Josh let Eve sleep late after the eventful night. He sneaked out of the bedroom and decided to spend some time in the studio as long as she was in bed. 

Eve woke up by the sound of her cell two hours later. She’ve had a terrible hangover. Clumsily she tried to grab her ringing phone from the bedside table but it fell to the floor. She raised her body slowly, picked it up and answered the call.

„Let me guess. I died and this is hell…“ She murmured. 

„I wished I died because hell can’t be worse than I’m feeling after yesterday night.“ Mateo complained. 

„Bad hangover, hm?“

„The hangover is not my problem, Eve. I completely made a fool of myself in front of Justin Timberlake. That’s a disaster!“

Eve scoffed. 

„Matty… believe me… I got involved into a worse situation after we left…“ 

Mateo was quiet for few seconds.

„What the hell did you do?!“ He asked excitingly. 

I managed pissing Josh off a little bit more than he already was.“ 

„More information!“ 

„Well, first I fell out of Justin’s car and hurt my foot, which is still aching by the way. And then I…almost… made out with him. I can’t explain how this could happen. It was completely weird. And the worst part is, Josh was watching us from distance.“ 

„HOLY FUCK! You’re such a dirty bitch!“ Mateo blamed her.

„I said almost, Matty. Nothing happened. But he really provoked it. And I have no idea how to deal with it now.“ 

„Okay. Start again from the beginning and give me every detail…“

After explaining to Mateo what exactly happened, he needed a moment to sort his mind. 

„Why you spread your legs for him? I really have trouble to understand.“ He finally said.

Eve rolled her eyes. 

„I have no idea what was going on in my stupid, drunken head.“

„Well. Here’s my theory: Your pussy is hot for him.“

Eve was outraged. 

„Mat! Don’t you dare saying that ever again!“

„Eve, believe me one thing: Alcohol is not the reason. It’s just the trigger.“

„You really think I wanted this???“ 

„No, honey. I think you still want this.“ 

Eve didn’t know what to say next. She was completely shocked about how Mateo was judging the situation. 

„I love Josh. I love him like I never loved someone before.“

„I would never put that into question, my dear. But it doesn’t change the fact that you also have a serious desire getting laid by Justin Timberlake.“ 

Eve closed her eyes and took a deep breath. She didn’t want to start a fight with her friend. But he was really upsetting her with his theory. 

„Even if you were right Matty… I’m not this kind of person. I never cheated on anyone in my life. And I’m surely not starting with Josh.“

„But yesterday it almost happened.“

„Almost, Mat. Almost makes the difference.“

After her phone call with Mateo, Eve stood up carefully, went into the bathroom and took a long shower. She wasn’t sure what was hurting more, her head or her foot. After showering she swallowed some aspirin, put on a fresh white shirt and grey sweat shorts and then went downstairs. On her way she suddenly heard Josh and Justin arguing. They’ve been at the patio but as they left the door open, she could hear every word. She stopped in the kitchen being curious what was going on. Then she made sure she was out of sight and listened to their conversation. 

Josh was sitting at the outdoor table with a cup of coffee in front of him. Justin sat opposite of him. 

„I’m not listening to your lame excuses T. Just do me a favor and leave me alone before I really lose my temper…“ Josh said annoyed. 

„But nothing happened! Can we just get over this like we always did in those situations?“ Justin replied. 

„I warned you! I asked you to stop that shit! But as always you didn’t care!“

„What that supposed to mean?“

„It means you’re a selfish dick, trying to sabotage my relationship!“

„This is ridiculous!“

„You know what, T? I have the feeling you can’t bear the fact that I am happy and you are not!“

„What?! That’s not true! Who says I’m not happy?!“

„Come on, I have eyes. You and Jess aren’t okay for a while now…“

„My marriage is fine!“

„Really? When you’ve had sex the last time, hm?“

Justin stared at him, without response. 

„I see you two have issues, even if you’re trying hard to ignore them.“ Josh added.

„We have two small kids. Of course things are getting tough sometimes. But that doesn’t mean my marriage is in danger!“

„Then why you act like this, T? I don’t get it! You have everything! A beautiful woman and two perfect boys! Why are you crossing the line and hit on my girl? You really think this is healthy what you’re doing?“ 

Justin sighed frustrated. 

„You have no idea what marriage means, man. I am doing this for ten years now. And if you want me to talk honest here, it’s pretty exhausting sometimes. I feel like running a firm with Jess. All we do the whole day is make things work for others. I love my wife but there is no room for us right now. However, we are not the only ones struggling with those problems. This is life. And sometimes life sucks.“

Josh looked at him for a moment. He understood what his friend was trying to say. But still, this was no excuse for his behavior.“  

„So… you’re looking for some thrill to escape from real life? Is this what you’re saying?“

Justin shrugged his shoulders. 

„I guess.“ He murmured.

Josh bent into his direction.

„Do what you want, bro. I couldn’t care less. But keep your hands away from Eve. Are we clear?“

Justin nodded. Both looked at each other for a moment without talking. 

„Are you still mad at me?“ Justin finally asked. 

„Yes.“

There was another pause before Justin continued talking.

„The thing is, she’s really cool… easy to talk and funny… I like her…“

„T… if you’re saying you’re falling for my girl, be sure you won’t survive the next day…“ 

Justin smirked. 

„It’s not like this. I think she’s a great friend. Could you live with the fact when we become friends?“

„You can’t be friends with chicks.“

„That’s not true. I have female friends.“ 

„But no one of them is your type.“

„You think Eve is my type?“

„Don’t ask those stupid questions, T. We both know the answer.“ 

„What is going on, Justin…?“ Eve was thinking. 

She felt a little ashamed that she listened to their conversation and decided to sneak out of the kitchen before they noticed her. Unfortunately she forgot about her injured foot for a second and stepped on it with her full weight. Immediately she stubbled, lost her balance and fell to the floor. 

„Oh shit!!!“ 

Justin and Josh heard her voice and turned their heads around to see what was going on in the kitchen. Eve raised herself and saw them looking at her through the window. She flushed and smiled innocently. 

Josh stood up and went inside. 

„Are you okay, babe?“ He asked concerned. 

Eve was on her legs again, still smiling. 

„Ya, sure… don’t worry.“ 

Justin entered the kitchen as well, giving her a shy smile. 

„Hey M, how is your foot doing?“ He wanted to know.

„It still hurts but I can walk, so I guess it’s fine.“ She answered. 

Josh looked at Justin. He wanted him to leave as he was still mad at him and not in the mood having him around any longer. Justin noticed and glanced back at him. 

„Okay, I have some stuff to do… so… see you around, guys.“ He said and made himself on his way to the front door.

„Bye, T.“ Eve replied and waved him goodbye. 

When Justin was gone, Josh came closer, standing in front of her now. 

„How much did you hear?“ He wanted to know, giving her a skeptical look.

„Nothing.“ She said, trying hard to sound convincing. 

Josh put his arms around her waist to pull her closer to his body. 

„You are the worst liar I ever met in my life.“ He teased. 

Eve bit her lower lip. 

„Why would you say that?“ 

He smiled softly. 

„The guilty look on your face exposes you immediately. Like a little girl who just stole some candy.“

Eve didn’t know how to reply, still chewing on her lip. Josh just couldn’t be angry with her for spying and gave her another smile. Then he raised her chin and kissed her lips gently. 

„Are we okay?“ She asked shyly when he broke their kiss. 

„Yes. We are okay. Don’t worry.“

Eve smiled.

„So, what about your foot? You wanna see a doctor?“ He asked next. 

„Na, I just need to rest it a little bit.“ 

He kissed her head.

„Okay, then sit down. I’ll make some breakfast.“

„Scrambled eggs, crispy edition?“

Josh gave her a warning look.

„Don’t mess with the cook, drinkerella.“