Chapter 34 Girls' Night

The knock came at seven. Three sharp raps.

Leighton opened the door. Chloe stood there holding two bottles of wine and a bag of takeout. Her smile was bright. Genuine.

"Surprise!"

Guilt hit like a fist to the stomach.

"Chloe. Hey. I wasn't expecting you."

"I know. That's why it's a surprise." Chloe pushed past her into the apartment. Stopped.