Aubrey
I had been enjoying the night. Everett hasn’t bothered me too much, but his eyes have been on me most of the night. My only regret is I have drunk too much. I am a lightweight when it comes to alcohol. I shouldn’t have had more than a couple.
The best thing for me to do is find somewhere else to go on the property and stay out of the way. I don’t want to embarrass Erica or Hugo in any way. I sneak away while everyone is preoccupied. I grab a bottle of water and walk away. I walk away from the backyard.
I stroll down the long path, and I reach the lake behind the house. I take a seat at the end of the walkway, my feet dangling over the water. It’s both beautiful and peaceful. There is not a single soul in sight. The noise from the party is barely audible. If I hadn’t been drinking
