29 Meimi I’m just about to meet some of Thorne’s family. Which isn’t a big deal. Because we aren’t together, no matter what Chloe and Zoe say. Sure, maybe I tried on about ten different outfits before deciding on dress pants and a sweater, that doesn’t mean I care what his brothers think. Not a chance. I’m a big bad scientist who’s planning to take down none other than Dr. Godwin. Millions of lives depend on my success. With so much to worry about, why would I ever get nervous about meeting my non-boyfriend’s alien family? Thorne and I walk toward the apartment building. As we reach the front door, my stomach feels like I hit zero gravity. Damn. I’m totally panicking. Thorne does that awesome move where he sets his hand on my back. It’s centering. He leans in until his mouth almost

