“…”
Candice felt like she’d been punched in the chest—winded and aching.
She forced out a couple of awkward chuckles and turned her head away, choosing to ignore him.
He was clearly displeased at being set up, and she, having misjudged the situation, had unknowingly become the "accomplice." Naturally, she made for the perfect punching bag.
No wonder he’d been so sarcastic on the phone just now.
She sighed.
Seeing Erica and her friend watching her, she forced a stiff smile, pure social awkwardness written all over her face.
Charlie, however, didn’t press the attack. Once she turned away, he did too.
Rex and Jerry, who had been sneaking peeks, quickly averted their eyes and began studying the ceiling.
Outside the restaurant.
Sophia entered.
She lazily scanned the room and, spottin
