“What’s wrong, Sam?” Maya doesn’t know what Amy did to Sam earlier. Amy grabs her hand. “I’ll fill you in. Just leave her alone, and she will thank me sooner if not later, trust me,” she giggles. “She just lied to me and to Phoenix that she had a flat tire, then called him to pick me up.” She sips her Appletini. “Oh, that’s great! At least Phoenix can drive you home when you’ll get your ass drunk tonight,” Maya says and almost jumps in her seat with excitement. What just happened? “Let’s have a toast. To Garrett and Maya.” I raise my glass in the air then everyone follows and sips their drinks. I sigh when I remember Mom and Hawk. I’m glad I took their advice. Being far from them is not a bad idea because I find new friends here. I stand up and grab Samantha’s hand. My gesture surpr

