her Christmas tree shoot
the people on this online platform called BeautyStarz
really liked our chemistry—I mean, you saw the photos?
I did indeed. Just as cute as a button
the two of you.
Well, I continue,
after Lyric posted those, she got
a bunch more followers
and she really wants to do this professionally
so, I’m, well—
we’re making it seem like we’re an item
BUT only for her online content, not in real life.
Mama Alice is looking at me
with slight amusement in her eyes.
So, you have a crush on her?
No! Oh my god, Mama. Stop,
I say, a little too quickly.
We’re just friends, and I’m having fun.
Trying new things and branching out.
Can you let me live?!
Fine, fine!
Mama Alice laughs.
You’re justfriends.
There’s nothing wrong with that
or with you wanting to help a friend.
But, Junie?
Yeah?
I know you. Your heart is so big.
Be careful, OK?
Fake dating or not
