Ava's jaw clenched as she bit down on her lip to keep from shouting. The truth was, jealousy burned fiercely in her, knotting her stomach and clouding her thoughts. She never imagined that one day she might have to guard her love from her best friend.
Lola's gaze softened but remained defiant. "I think you're holding onto the past too tightly. Maybe it's time to let go."
Ava felt her heart twist painfully. "If you even think about him, you won't be my friend anymore," she warned. "Stay away from him."
"Uh…" Lola's breathing hitched, her expression morphing from shock to disbelief. Her jaw hung open for a moment before she narrowed her eyes, scrutinizing Ava with a piercing gaze. "You'd throw away years of friendship just because I want to date Dylan?"
