*Harper*
I'd forgotten what real anticipation felt like.
Not the dread of a locked elevator. Not the thrill of Rowan's hands pinning mine above my head. Just... waiting for my best friend to come home.
I stood by the baggage claim, checking my phone every three seconds. Santiago hovered behind me, pretending to look disinterested but sweeping the crowd with sharp eyes. His presence should've made me feel awkward, but by now, he felt more like an awkward older brother who'd kill someone if they brushed my shoulder wrong.
I spotted Lili before she saw me; bright floral scarf, tangled hair from too many layovers, dragging a suitcase missing a wheel. Classic Lili.
The moment her eyes landed on me, she let out a noise halfway between a squeal and a war cry.
“BLUE!" she shrieked, ignoring
