36
Annie
The party was already in full swing when Ashleigh and I finally showed. It had taken longer to get my hair into the lush waves that Ashleigh wanted, and then I’d let her go to town with my makeup, too. The forest-green slip dress I’d chosen was something I’d worn for a med school banquet. I’d paired it with my new pair of black heels and left the house after Ashleigh applauded my clothing choice.
Now, we were here in the mansion of a house I’d practically grown up in, and I felt entirely out of place. I’d spent more time here than at my own house, but those days were long gone.
“I’m going to go save Julian,” Ashleigh said, squeezing my arm. “Have fun!”
I watched her go with trepidation. I’d forgotten that Julian would be here. I sure hoped this didn’t get back to his brother.
