NOAH'S POV The moment we stepped into the restaurant, the rich scent of grilled meats and exotic spices wrapped around my senses like a warm blanket. My stomach growled in anticipation. Penny inhaled dramatically, eyes fluttering shut like she’d reached nirvana. “Food is life,” she moaned. “I keep telling you guys!” Nathan just shook his head at her antics, though the corner of his lips twitched with a smile. We made our way to a table near the window. I let Penny take the lead with ordering, since she practically memorized the entire menu within two minutes. As we waited, the din of the restaurant filled the air, cheerful and loud, students buzzing with excitement from the trip. “I swear,” Penny grumbled, pulling her ponytail tighter. “I’m going to punch your handsome roommate. Sebas

