Housewarming

"Hey," Alicia smiled, walking into the kitchen. She was wearing a beige off-shoulder corset top over a tank top and dark pants.

Fred looked up at her, "It's a surprise to see you without Josh around, nowadays," he spoke drily, returning his attention to the nachos.

"It's not like that, Fred. You know it." She neared him as she spoke, but he flinched from her.

"But I don't, Alicia. I don't. You're always together. I understand that you're in college, but if you're beginning to rethink this, then tell me. So I know what to expect."

"I told you, Fred." She took his face in her hands, coming in for a kiss. *I choose you, alwa-"

The cafe door slamming shut cut her short.

"Alicia!"

They glanced at each other, and she led the way out.

There was a blonde girl in a pink halter crop top over white shorts the size of a postcard. She scowled immediately Alicia came into view.

She walked over and sized her up.

"What's up, Casey?" Alicia crossed her arms.

Casey glanced at Fred, "And what? You're her