A Welcome Distraction

After Valerie and her friend Maya finished checking out the furniture store, they headed to the mall for some more shopping.

Since the furniture wouldn't arrive anytime soon, Valerie figured it'd be easiest if Maya just stayed at her place for now.

Maya felt a little awkward about it. She could always just book a hotel room instead.

But it was only for a couple of days anyway.

Valerie thought her