Control

“I can’t believe you told Lee and Grayson!”

“Come on, Scarlett, I was worried about you!” EJ stated.

“You don’t need to, EJ. And you don’t need to tattle on me like that.”

“I felt that Grayson and Lee should know.”

“Did you also tell them that you’ve been kissing me?” I challenged. “That kind of seems like something they should know about.”

“Me kissing you doesn’t put anyone in danger,” EJ pointed out.

“No, but it puts relationships in danger. Not only mine with the guys, but yours and Lee’s. He’s your brother EJ, there is no way I’m worth all of this.”

“Lee wants you to be happy, no matter who that’s with.”

“You clearly don’t know him that well.”

“I was just looking out for you, okay?”

“Like I said, I don’t need you to EJ. I’m an adult and I can take care of myself.” I said firmly. “Now, you don’t have to stay with me today, Rudy and I are going shopping.”

“What? You’re not supposed to hang out with him!” EJ protested.

“No, my kids aren't supposed to, but seeing as they aren’t out