LILY

I let out a sigh, leaning against the soft leather as the car pulled up to the café. Contrary to what you might think, I really did have things to sort out at home—laundry, which took quite some time before I could head out.

I looked through the glass window at the fading afternoon light, a soft smile tugging at my lips as I recalled the text messages Adrian and I had exchanged earlier. It wasn't much, but with him, it was just what mattered.

The car rolled to a halt. I paid the driver and stepped out.

Walking into the café, my gaze immediately found Quinn, who greeted...