Stella's POV Ethan put the SUV in drive, his fingers lingering on the gear shift. "So... are you free now?" I narrowed my eyes at him, heart already picking up speed. "Why?" "Jess won't be at my place today. She's staying at her friend's place." "And you're telling me this because?" I eyed him suspiciously, even though my pulse quickened with curiosity. Ethan's grin widened. "Because you could come over. We could watch a movie or, you know, do something fun." "Something fun?" I raised an eyebrow, fighting a smile. "Define 'fun.'" "Whatever you want it to be," he said, eyes glinting mischievously. "But no pressure." "Hmm, tempting. But I need to drop these groceries off at home first. How about I come over in an hour?" "An hour? You need that long to shower, change your outfit, and

