Esther turned around, looking curious. "Why are you laughing, Pearl?"

"Somebody's not telling the truth."

Esther immediately knew who Pearl meant, even without much thought. She glanced at Finnegan. "You lied?"

Finnegan blushed. "Yes."

"So, why weren't you dating then?"

"Because..." Finnegan started, but his words were cut off by someone arriving at the door.

Esther's focus shifted to the newcomer, leaving Finnegan mid-sentence. "You're here, James!" She rushed over and hugged him tightly.

arms around her, visibly relaxing. "Promise me you won't go to risky places by

under her breath, but James caught her words and lightly pinched her

I won't do it

teasing them, "Do you mind? There

been too affectionate, Esther sheepishly

smiled. "You two seem

after seeing a hint of sorrow in Finnegan's gaze. He was both proud

chest puffed out in

James, this is Finnegan Fox, an old friend from middle

softened, knowing Finnegan had played a part in Esther's safety, though he remained wary of

there's anything I can

but he couldn't help but chuckle. "Well, if you're offering, I

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