The shriek echoed through the emptying hallway like a victory cry. Logan’s furious bark followed seconds later, along with the thundering of boots and claws. The school play may have ended, but chaos clearly hadn't.

Hunter chuckled beside Celeste, wrapping a lazy arm around her waist. “We should probably pretend we’re responsible adults and stop him.”

Celeste sighed, leaning into him. “You first. I’m conserving energy for my next cupcake battle.”

He grinned, eyes crinkling at ...