60 Colin was still dancing with Lydia. But as soon as he saw Halli return to the ballroom he made eye contact and motioned for her to join him. Halli shook her head and pointed to the food tables. Colin nodded. Halli headed over there, and within about a minute Colin and Lydia joined her. “Having fun?” Halli asked Lydia. My best friend smiled, breathless. “You’re a wonderful dancer,” Colin told her. “You, too,” she said, still smiling her beautiful smile. Halli knew that any guy looking at Lydia would know she was the most gorgeous girl in the room. “I need a dose of air,” Colin said. “Me, too,” Lydia said. “Audie?” he asked. “No, I need a dose of food.” She patted her stomach. “I’ll see you two later.” Colin narrowed his eyes and seemed to be trying to communicate something. Ha

