Draya "Yeah," I nodded, my heart hammering. Chase’s smile was soft as he took my hand in his, his grip firm but gentle. “Come on.” We moved through the crowd, the music and chatter fading as we stepped out the hall into the cool night air. He opened the passenger door of a sleek black car and I slid in, the leather cool against my thighs. As he rounded to the driver’s side, I pulled out my phone and quickly typed a message for the group chat. 'Leaving with Chase. Don’t wait up.' Lily’s reply was instant: 'GIRL!!! DETAILS LATER.' Robin's came in immediately after. 'Be safe. Have fun.' I laughed under my breath at the funny emoji she'd attached before slipping the phone back into my clutch as Chase climbed in. The engine purred to life and he glanced at me, his grin still doing danger

