38 I’m Getting Engaged

(Winona)

At the club, the music is loud and the lights are dazzling. Phillip is beside me at the bar and I’m not even being biased when I say he looks the fittest man here.

His sculpted body is alive in clinging jeans and shirt. I’ve noticed most of the women and a few men give him the eye.

“You look stunning,” he whispers in my ear, his breath sending shivers down my spine. “That black dress is smokin’ hot on you.”

For the first time ever, I’m ready to explore my deeper feelings with him. I want to be happy.

“Thank you,” I reply, feeling a blush creep up my cheeks. I grab his hand and lead him across the dance floor to the table Lisa and Lance are at.

It’s nice to have friends around, making the atmosphere less tense, and they are seeming friendlier than usual with each other tonight. I hope Lisa knows what she’s doing and doesn’t get hurt again or hurt anyone else. We’ve been through a lot together and made some bad choices.

I keep glancing at the entrance, waiting for Jayden and