But He's My Fake Fiancé (But He's a Carter Brother #3)

by Annah Conwell

After relaying the lunch with my dad and Monica, I jump right into the bookstore story. Myla and Simone know enough about my family to not be surprised by them insisting I marry Topher. “So then Grayson’s sisters-in-law come up, and they’ve both read my books–” “Wait a minute, I think we need to pause right there,” Myla says, while Simone smirks. “Why?” I ask, even though I know. “Because Grayson was flirting with you! And you were totally flirting back.” She smiles like this is the best news she’s heard all day. “I was not,” I say. Simone and Myla share a look, then turn back to me. “You were,” Simone confirms. “You’re both wrong, and that’s not the point of the story.” “Haven’t we heard of Grayson before, too?” Myla asks, tilting her head like she’s thinking. Nerves bubble up within me. I was hoping they wouldn’t remember. Myla snaps her fingers. “Oh! He’s the one who brought you his friends’ books to sign. The one who you said made you realize that Topher was the worst.” “Those were not my words.” I give her a flat look. “I told you that a stranger being so flirty and forthcoming with me made me realize that Topher had never truly acted that way. Which was only a part of why we broke up.” “Yes, well, that part sounds cute and like he still wants to date you,” Myla shoots back with a grin. “It doesn’t matter, because I’m not interested in dating anyone. And I’d never date a guy like Grayson.” Simone and Myla frown in unison. “Didn’t you just say he showed you something y...