The Boyfriend Lie — Episode 9

Oh, so this is the famous girlfriend. All right, boys, back off. Let's not interrupt them. We don't want to get in the way of his cuddle time. All right, all right. I'll catch up later.

Glanced at Leo, who was still standing there, completely frozen mid-breakdown, and walked over to me, unhurried. Mia, you free right now? I couldn't even lift my head to look at him, mumbling weakly.

Yeah? Music thumping in the distance, string lights above the yard, cool night air. Julian, I'm so sorry. Don't worry, I'll clear things up. It's fine. You don't need to.

A breeze carried over his low, warm voice and his scent. Julian smelled cool, clean, with the faintest hint of something sweet. I froze. I just meant I couldn't let down the girl who bought me ice cream.

Had to play along. He is literally so perfect. I wanted to cry. Thank you, Julian.

But I don't want to drag you into my drama. I swear on my life, no more fake dating stunts. Julian didn't say anything. His voice went super soft, almost a little hurt.

Was the gif I sent really that ugly and gross? Wait, what? Confused out of my mind, I yanked out my phone and opened iMessage. Our chat history was basically empty.

Just a few texts from the day we met. It's Julian. It's Mia. He slowly replied with a cute golden retriever waving hi gif.

Stop sending me ugly gross shit.