Ali was a blast to hang out with. I didn’t realize how fast time had gone till Sterling showed up. “I better get going. I have to go and get a dress for my birthday. Do you want to come to my house and get ready before my party?” Ali asked. “That would be great. What should I wear?” “Would you be willing to go shopping with her?” Sterling asked. “Of course!” “I’ll have Quinton schedule some time to take you both shopping” “See that he does. I gotta go. I’ll see you later Nova,” she waved “I’m glad she’s taken a liking to you” “She’s really fun to talk to. I'm surprised she’s only gonna be 18” “Yeah well when you see what she’s got for an older brother” “Why does everyone talk like I'm not right here,” Quinton said perturbedly. “Have you been there the whole time?” I looked at h

