Mia

　　New York

　　As we continued our journey toward my new, albeit temporary, refuge at Sebastian's apartment, I took out my phone and quickly texted Bella, informing her of my unexpected change in plans.

　　Her response came promptly, as I expected, and it carried her signature lightheartedness: "Alrighty, Mrs. Almost Thornton."

　　I couldn't help but roll my eyes at her jest. Bella had always been one to find humor in the most unconventional ...