Aria’s POV

I awkwardly pulled away from Sophia’s embrace, not bothering to fake a smile. The last thing I wanted was to stand there and entertain whatever game she would be playing.

My skin prickled with unease as I turned to Jameson. “I need to use the bathroom,” I said, hoping for a quick escape. As I turned to leave, Julian's voice cut in.

“Isn’t it bad manners not to greet me?” My eyes snapped to him, we held gazes before I felt the fury I had buried from our last encounter ...