A Bittersweet Invitation

Stella

The mention of a ‘special guest’ from Vance catches me off guard, and I can’t help but shoot him a perplexed look. “A special guest?” I echo, a hint of disbelief lacing my voice. “Who is it?”

Vance chuckles softly, a faint smile playing on his lips. “Stella, it’s you. You’re the special guest.”

My brow furrows all on its own, and I decide that this conversation should take place in private