A Drop of Pretty Poison (Pretty Poison Trilogy #2)

by Kelsey Clayton

“It still feels dirty. Like I’m letting him buy my forgiveness from beyond the grave or something.” “No one is expecting you to forgive him, babe. Or even asking you to,” she says calmly. “I don’t think anyone who knows what you’ve been through ever would. That is something only you could decide to do. But let me ask you something.” “What?” “What would you do if your dad hadn’t left?” My brows raise. “Well, I would’ve had a lot less commitment issues.” She chuckles, bumping her shoulder into mine. “I mean with the money.” For the first time since my mom broke the news, I let myself think about it, but it doesn’t take long. “I’d use the money to buy a bar,” I answer. “Then personally, I think you should do that.” She hops off the truck and stands in front of me, slotting herself between my legs and staring into my eyes. “He’s stolen enough of your joy. This is your chance to take some back.” My gaze stays fixated on her, and I don’t think there’s ever going to be a time where I’m not in awe of everything she is. She’s so calm, so caring, that sometimes all I can do is admire her. “You know, it’s a little infuriating how you always tell me what I need to hear,” I quip.