“Back off,” Johnny warned, quickly cutting her off. “I get that you’re one of Shannon’s best friends, and I’m trying to respect that relationship, really I am, but don’t walk over a line here, because he’s my best friend and I won’t hesitate to take his side.” Lizzie continued to glare at us for a long beat before turning around and stalking back into the house. “You’d really take my side?” I asked, ignoring the sound of the door slamming. “I’m already on your side, Gibs.” Well, shit. “You know, you’re like the brother I never had.” “Don’t get messy on me, Gibs.” He chuckled. “You haven’t had
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