But even that's over quickly. He turns around and pushes me forward until I land directly in Asher's line of sight.

He looks surprised at first, but then he starts to grin. Before I know it, I'm alone with Asher. As alone as you can be in a house crammed with people.

Seth has disappeared, no idea where, and Asher's two friends who were standing with him are also suddenly standing a little way away.

Uncertainly, I look at Asher, who looks amused.

"So you're more into the late, big performances."

I have to shake myself briefly. "Not really... That was awkward."

With his grin back on his face, he...