"M—Matt? What are you doing here?" I ask, blinking in disbelief as I take him in.

He frowns, but there is unmistakable amusement playing in his eyes. "Is that any way to welcome a friend?" he teases, his lips quirking.

My frustration evaporates instantly. With a laugh, I throw my arms around him. "Oh my God, Matt. I missed you!" I murmur into his neck, hugging him tight. "I was going to call but I talked myself out of it. Then I tried to talk to you at work, but I got scared. And just now, I was literally heading to your place— but you won't believe what happened!" I...