WHEN I got home, I took a quick shower and changed into fresh clothes before heading to Lily’s house. I wore a sleeveless button up top and some jeans. I made sure the double lock on my gate was secure before I walked next door. I almost jumped as someone tapped me on my shoulder.
Karl: “Hi there, neighbor.”
Vanessa: “Uhm, hi Karl. What are you doing here?”
Karl: “When I found out you’re having dinner with the Margallos, I got myself invited. I don’t want to eat by myself again.”
Vanessa: “Okay.”
I smiled awkwardly before turning my head away from him. I can feel him moving closer towards me.
Karl: “You smell really good tonight.”
I jerked away from him just as Julian came out of the house to open the gate for us. He must have noticed Karl lurking behind me. I saw Julian looking at
