Too Pretty to Be Your Backup novel Chapter 25

James was furious. “Amanda, if you’re not here to help, then just leave! Don’t even try to blame your mess on me. You’re unbelievable. Get out! I’ll wait for someone else to save me.”

The annoyance and disgust on his face didn’t look the least bit fake. And even though he’d been in an accident, he didn’t seem that badly hurt. He could still yell at her with plenty of energy. The blood on his forehead made it look scary, but he was clearly in one piece.

Amanda paused, thinking. When she’d cursed Emmanuel, he’d ended up battered and bruised, like he’d gone a few rounds in a boxing ring. But James… he didn’t seem to have it out for her the same way. At least, his injuries didn’t look nearly as bad.

She looked at him and said, “If you’re lying, your car’s gonna burst into flames.”

Then she grabbed Cindy’s arm and took a few steps back, just in case.

Nothing happened. James‘ car stayed perfectly still.

So he really wasn’t the one.

James‘ face turned bright red as he glared at her. “Get lost!” he growled, practically spitting the word. He clearly didn’t want her help..

Amanda got the answer she wanted and didn’t bother with him anymore. She turned to go. “Relax, I already called the cops. They’ll be here soon.”

Let them deal with him. If he’d been drinking, he was in for a world of trouble.

James watched, grinding his teeth, as Amanda and Cindy walked away.

Once they’d put some distance between themselves and the accident, Cindy glanced over. “So it really wasn’t him?”

Amanda nodded. “Nope. If it was, the car would’ve caught fire by now.” She paused, then added, “And even if it did, I wouldn’t have just stood there and let him die. I can’t kill with my ability.”

Cindy saw the conflicted look on Amanda’s face and quickly hooked their arms together. “Hey, forget about him. I know somewhere way more fun. Let’s go!”

She pulled Amanda along to an underground bar that was even crazier than the last one. The best part? All the male dancers were shirtless, showing off rock–hard abs. And yes, touching was totally

allowed.

Talk about a woman’s dream.

Amanda’s eyes lit up as soon as they walked in. “Girl, you’ve been hiding this place from me?”

Cindy rolled her eyes. “Like I could have gotten you to come before.”

Amanda laughed, instantly apologizing. “Okay, okay, my bad! Let’s go, I want to get a feel for those

abs.”

She set her sights on a guy with an insane eight–pack, reaching out to touch him–when suddenly, a shout erupted from behind them.

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Chapter 25

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