Allie’s POV.
I gaped at Riley, my eyes wide with disbelief. "You are kidding me," I managed, my voice sounding strangled even to my own ears.
She shook her head, her expression remaining somber. “Yeah, I was thinking you would be here blaming yourself.”
I couldn't help but laugh, the sheer absurdity of the situation too much for me to process.
People passing by shot us strange looks, the sight of tears streaming down my face contrasting sharply with my laughter. Riley twisted her mouth into a disapproving frown, a vivid display of her displeasure with my reaction.
"Sorry, sorry," I apologized again, trying in vain to stifle my laughter.
Riley rolled her eyes, muttering my name under her breath in a chiding manner. I offered her another sheepish grin, attempting to regain my composure
