I froze

I whipped my head to where the loud growls emanated from. It came from the entrance of the hall, and a very angry-looking Astride moved hurriedly to us. My eyes darted back to the stranger. His eyes were on Astride as well, showing no emotion.

"You are not invited to my party." What the hell are you doing here? " Astride said, barely in a low tone, his eyes lowered distastefully on me in the arms of the stranger. It was then I realized the cute stranger was still holding me by my waist. I quickly steadied my shoes on the floor, regaining my balance, and sent a...