Next class, I parked in the alleyway just outside of Radiant and led Sierra toward the entrance of the club. I had been buzzing every night and every day since the holiday party. She had promised to stay the entire week—from Christmas Eve to the day after New Year’s Day.
While I should’ve been nervous because I had never had anyone stay over my place for that long, I couldn’t seem to wait. Lately, my home had seemed so boring without her. I had found myself lounging around every night, staring down into the quiet city and wondering how much longer I’d have to endure the agony of being alone.
I tightened my grip on Sierra and pulled her hood up before we stepped onto the searing cold sidewalk from the alley. She giggled, her cheeks already a light pink, and quickly looked away, as if she
