Emily’s POV
I groaned inwardly, realizing how badly I’d messed up. “Lila, I’m sorry. I thought it was Ethan calling again.”
“Ethan?” she asked, her tone sharp with curiosity. “Wait a minute. He’s back?”
I sighed, rubbing my temple. “Yeah, he’s back.”
“That’s great!” Lila exclaimed, her voice lighting up with excitement. “I can’t wait to see him.”
I smiled despite myself. Lila’s enthusiasm was infectious, even when I was in the middle of my Ethan induced crisis. “You’re in town?” I asked.
“Not yet,” she said, laughing. “But I’m returning to Silver Lake tomorrow with the twins.”
“Oh, that’s amazing!” I said, genuinely happy to hear the news. “I’ve missed you guys so much.”
“We’ve missed you too,” Lila said warmly. “But listen, I need a favor. I’ve been trying to reach Luna Joan, but
