Liam huffed, thinking of Hannah's soft 'I love you' that she'd said to everyone — except him! — while hugging Lilith.
Knox adjusted his watch, deadly serious. "They think they can party without us? We are the party."
So the rescue squad of jealous, half-panicked, half-possessive men marched up the hallway together.
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Lilith sat on the chair, her legs crossed, mind drifting as the last beats of music faded out into the night. She frowned a little, blinking. The rooftop felt too quiet now — too empty. The cold night air brushed her bare shoulders, making the fine hairs on her neck stand.
She stood up slowly, feeling a sudden lightness in her head. Maybe it was the drinks… maybe it was the soft lights and the warm buzz from her friends that had disappeared without a trace. She rubbed her forehead, trying to find focus.
