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

under her breath, but James caught her words and lightly pinched her nose. "What did

won't do it again," Esther

"Do you mind? There are others

been too affectionate, Esther

smiled. "You two seem

after seeing a

responded, his chest puffed

Esther introduced them. James, this is Finnegan Fox, an old friend from middle school. I wouldn't

softened, knowing Finnegan had played a part in Esther's safety,

anything I can do

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

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