Gianna. The doorbell rang as I hurriedly made my way downstairs, my socks sliding slightly against the polished floor. I didn’t bother slowing down. I swung the door open, breath already lifted in my chest. “Hi guys!!!” I said, a wide smile spreading across my face before I could stop it. “Hiiiii!” Rue and Cassie practically collided with me, arms wrapping around my shoulders, the familiar warmth of them sinking straight into my bones. Rue smelled like vanilla lotion, Cassie like whatever fruity gloss she always wore. “How are you?” Rue asked as we pulled apart, her hands still gripping my arms like she needed to be sure I was really there. “I’m very good, are you guys okay?” I asked, searching their faces. “Yupp,” Cassie said, popping the p as usual, her grin already stretching ear

