I had just finished my history class and was heading toward the café when I spotted Charlotte waving frantically.

“AVA!” she shouted, practically dragging her boyfriend Tristan by the arm.

I smiled and jogged up. “What, is there a fire or just another TikTok recipe you want to try?”

“Neither. Look who I found loitering like a lost golden retriever!” she said, grinning as Nate came into view behind her, wearing a hoodie and carrying a smoothie.

“Hey,” Nate said, ...