Emily's POV
The SUV hummed softly as it sped through the pristine roads of Shadowcrest, carrying with it the weight of my conflicted thoughts and the buzzing energy of the triplets beside me. The leather seats smelled expensive—too expensive for someone like me and every time I glanced at the boys, their relaxed and carefree demeanor made me both nervous and comforted.
My hand rested on my pocket, where Morgana's card felt like it was burning a hole through the fabric. Caleb, seated closest to me, noticed her fiddling.
"What's that, Firecracker?" he asked, leaning in with a suspicious grin.
I jolted slightly, forcing a laugh as I tucked the card deeper into my pocket. "Nothing! Just... a receipt from the boutique. Can't let you see how much you spent!"
Joey snorted, leaning forward f
