3: Eris.

I don’t hear a word Cora is saying about the new game idea as I watch Justin and Mary wander off together. The buzz of the shots simmers through me, at least I think that’s what I’m feeling, because now I’m flushed and feeling really warm all over.

It was easy to sip on a drink with everyone. I think Peter and Cora caught on to the fact that I wasn't throwing them back at the same rate as everyone else. When shots came into play, I couldn’t fake those.

For a brief moment, I’d gotten lost in the games, and they were actually working. As silly as it looked and sounded, I was getting to know people, and everyone was relaxing. The more time we spent together, the more I felt like I fit. Then again, we haven't been talking much business or anything that went over my head.

Then there was Justin. He was sobering and what felt like a knock right back to reality.

When I look back, I see him glancing over his shoulder at me. His eyes lock with mine for a brief moment before Mary says something