I got to Leo's the next morning a half hour before the hoped-for 11AM phone call. My friend took one look at me and poured a giant cup of milky sweet coffee, pressing it into my hand.

I pulled her into a hug. "I'm so happy to see you." I'd been a giant idiot letting our friendship slide.

"Pffft. You're just a slut for the many services I provide." She pushed her straight red hair off of her shoulder, busy hopping around the living room gathering up all her funky silver ...