Mia's POV:

“This better not be some bullshit speech about the power of friendship and being there. Or else, I'm going to kick you out of your own house.” Melanie threatened.

We laughed. “You gave me somewhere to stay after my life fell upside down. You helped me get a job. You stopped me from being depressed by giving me something to look forward to. You're my superhero, Mels.”

“I know. I'm cool, aren't I?” She said, batting her lashes.

I pushed her towards our stools where ...