Lingering Embers

Vance

“Come on, let’s dance.”

Taryn’s hand slips into mine, her fingers delicate and warm as she pulls me away from Stella. I’m still at a loss for words, both stunned and unbelievably proud of Stella standing up against Sylvia and her little gang of mean girls. But as soon as it was over, Taryn pulled me away, and I didn’t even have a chance to say goodbye to Stella.

And, god, she looks so stunn