"Birdy?" Alex called out softly, as she knocked on Birdy's door. "Can I come in?"

"Sure," Birdy called out as she sat up on the bed and put her sketchpad beside her, waiting patiently for Alex to come in. Alex had recovered a few days ago but there was still no discussion about the kiss and Birdy hadn't mentioned moving.

"So, this is kind of last minute," Alex said slowly with an embarrassed smile. "Feel free to say no. The girls and I are going on a trip and I ...