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to say that I agree with her,” Bethany adds.
    I look around at everyone and nod my head yes. I get up and walk to Jenny. “Okay, I’m going to get Daddy.”
    It takes me nearly an hour to find Jase. I went to his apartment, Pop’s, Shane’s, even the garage. I am about to give up, when I see his truck sitting at Skips. I park right beside it, and sit here for a few minutes thinking about what to say. Finally, I decide that I’m just going to start with I love you. 
    When I walk into the bar , everyone looks at me. Melanie, the bartender, and I went to school together. She knew all about Jase and me, so she knows why I’m here. She motions toward the bathroom. When I walk around the corner, Jase is standing there straightening his pants. I wait a second then clear my throat to get his attention.
    “I wanted to explain ,” I say in a whispered voice, but stop when I hear the bathroom door open. 
     
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    Jase
    I tap the bar to get another shot just as Brittany slides onto the stool next to mine. 
    “Ain’t seen you here for a while. Wanna hit the bathroom with me?”
    I look at her for a minute. I know she’s a fucking bitch, but she’s an easy lay. Why the hell not? It’s not like I’ve got a chance with Julie anymore. I guess I never really did. I tip my chin to her and stand up. We make our way to bathroom without saying a word.  As soon as I close the door, she’s all over me. 
    She tries to kiss me, but I turn my head. I don't kiss anyone but Julie ; she knows the rules. All these bitches do. Brittany gets on her knees and starts to undo my pants. I look down at her, but all I can see is Julie and Matty kissing.
    My stomach starts to roll as soon as she grabs my dick. I pull away and run to the toilet and toss up all the whiskey I've dr ank. I stand up and run my forearm across my mouth. I look over to Brittany; she’s still on the floor smiling. 
    “Come back. I’ll make you feel better.”
    I shake my head in disgust and walk to the door. I open it and step into the hallway.  My pants are still undone, and my shit is hanging out. I’m working on my jeans, when I hear someone clear their throat. I look up, and Julie is standing in front of me. 
    “I wanted to explain ,” she says in a whispered voice. I can tell she is nervous, and her eyes look like she’s been crying. I start to walk to her, but stop when I hear the bathroom door open. I turn around to see Brittany walk out. She looks toward Julie and smiles.
    “Well , if it isn’t nerd girl.” She looks toward me then back at Julie. “You can have him now. I’m finished.” Then, she walks away. 
    When I look back at Julie, her beautiful blue eyes are full of unshed tears. I want to comfort her, tell her nothing happened, but I know she won’t believe me. 
    Julie takes a deep breath and pulls her body up tight. “I came to tell you that what you saw was a mistake. Matty was just trying to prove a point. There has never been and never will be anything but friendship between your brother and me.” She takes another breath and continues. “I don’t think you coming to my house every day is good idea. You can still see Jenny of course, but we need to work out some sort of schedule. I will talk to Mr. Friedman tomorrow and have him draft up a visitation agreement. Until it’s finished, just call when you want to see her. I’ll drop her off at Pop’s.” 
    She turns to walk away, but I grab her. “Please, wait ,” I beg.
    “Let me go , Jase. I think it's time we really let each other go.” She whispers then pulls away and walks out of the bar. 
    I’ve done it again. I’ve fucked up everything again.  

Chapter 11
     
    Julie
    It’s been over a month, since I caught Jase with Brittany. I dream about it every night.  Last night was the worst though. He was having a threesome. He, Brittany and Bec were all going at it on the desk at Pop’s shop. When I walked in, Bec looked up and asked me to join them. Thank God, I