Emily’s POV

My dad and I will be leaving for Colorado this Saturday morning. We have plans on attending the grand party of his best friend and notable acquaintance.

Caroline, a distant acquaintance of mine, called just as we were leaving the house.

I wouldn't say  we're pals, but we met at a conference meeting in one of New York's top companies. We talked about business and then got to know one other. 

I was the sort to make friends with strangers but then keep them at arm's length even after exchanging contracts, but there was something about Caroline that compelled me to stay in touch with her. 

I learned...