Lexy looked at him, biting the corner of her mouth. Then she relaxed and smiled. Followed him up the stairs, to a service balcony overlooking the entire hall. After pulling a loose tarp from the corner, he spread it out for them to sit on and they settled in for the start of the concert.
“How did you know about this place?” she whispered.
“Summer job when I was younger.”
“What about your friend? Won’t he miss you?”
“I doubt it. I tend to do my own thing. He’s used to it.”
“That sounds nice.”
“I’m Jared, by the way.”
“Lexy.” She offered her hand, then settled back into a more comfortable position.
Jared shifted beside her and took in the lighting as it reflected off the ceiling. Orange and green stage lights moved across the room, changing color where they crossed. Leaning back agai
