Chapter 11
“Watch out!”
Jessa glanced behind her just as a badminton birdie bounced off her shoulder. Marley held her badminton racquet aloft and shrugged. “Sorry!” she called out, her auburn ponytail swinging as she jogged over to Jessa’s side and picked up the birdie.
“No problem,” Jessa replied with a chuckle.
Marley paused beside Jessa, tossing the birdie up and down in her palm. “Don’t suppose you want to play some more? Or perhaps kicking the boys’ butts once was enough?” Marley asked with a grin.
Jessa had joined in with Marley, her friend Ginger, and Marley’s sister Lacey in a game earlier. They’d handily defeated Gage and the teammates he’d rounded up. Jessa returned Marley’s grin. “Exactly. I like to quit when I’m ahead.”
Marley shrugged. “I think we’re about done now anywa
