"You're not paying for it," Honey interrupted. "I am… well, and Grayson because he insisted. This isn't negotiable, Lauren. You're my friend, and I'm not watching you live in fear living a half-life because some creep can't take no for an answer."

"Honey—"

"You either let us put someone on you knowingly, or we do it anyway, which could freak you out even more." Honey continued, her voice brooking no argument. "And before you protest again, consider this an early Christmas present. Or a ...