"Hey," Bradley said, his voice wavering. "I didn't mean to interrupt."

"No, it's fine," she said, tossing a glance over her shoulder at her friends. "We're done here anyway." She stepped aside. "Come in."

"Uh. . ." Bradley hesitated. "No, it's okay. I can come back later."

"Don't be ridiculous." Carissa grabbed his arm and practically dragged him into the room; then she shut the door behind him.

He stood awkwardly near the head of her ...