*Juliet*

“What is going on?” Eric stands illuminated under the patio lights.

“Eric!” I choke out, pushing away from Marcus and almost drowning myself. Marcus, a lot smoother than me, pulls me up and anchors me securely against his side. I look up at Eric’s shocked face.

“It’s not what it looks like,” is the first thing out of Marcus’ mouth once he’s made sure I’m alive. I look over at him, annoyed. “Okay, it ...