Chapter Sixteen
3 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS EARLIER, NEW YORK CITY
“You’re coming to my premiere tonight, right?” Risha asks, drumming her taupe nails on the table. At my lack of response, she leans in, brown eyes narrowed. “Right?”
“Of course. I’ll be there.” I take a sip of my mimosa and steal another glance out the window. Yep. The man is still there, loitering across the street. I’m pretty sure he’s not part of my security detail, so he’s got to be his. f**k.
“Hey.” Risha snaps her fingers in front of my face. “Earth to Alina.”
I blink and refocus on my friend. “Sorry, what?”
“I asked if you’re bringing anyone, so I know how many seats to reserve for you, and you totally ignored me. Again. What’s going on with you?”
I force a smile onto my lips. “Nothing. Just thinking about the finals
