Miles Ackerley answered the call—it was from Kevin Grant.
Now Kevin wasn't exactly someone he was tight with. They belonged to overlapping social circles, bumped into each other at a few parties, exchanged numbers, but that was about it. They didn't usually chat one-on-one. So when his name popped up on the screen, Miles was a bit surprised but still picked up.
Kevin's voice came through, breezy and cheerful: "Miles, how’ve you been lately?"
That simple question hit a sore spot. Miles felt a twinge of bitterness—it was like Kevin had read his mind. No, he wasn’t okay. Not even close.
"Ugh..." Miles sighed heavily, not even sure how to begin explaining.
Kevin chuckled. "What’s up? Sounds like something’s going on. Look, a bunch of us are hanging out right now at Eclipse Lou
