“But seriously Cass, I really am ready for a relationship with someone.” Lily tells me, and I nod. “And you deserve someone, Lily. But just be patient. Someone right will come your way.” I smile. “I hope so.” She sighs. There was a knock at my door, and I opened it, seeing Max on the other side made my heart flutter. “Kitty cat.” He pulls me into a tight hug, and I hug him back, inhaling his scent of cologne. “I missed you.” He rubs my back, and I look up at him. “I missed you more.” “Um, hi.” Lily awkwardly says in the background, and Max looks at her, and looks back at me. “Hi.” He says, and I giggle. He was so confused. “Lily, this is Max, Max, this is Lily.” I introduce them to each other, and Max smiles at her. “I’ve heard all about you, don’t worry.” She mumbles, and

