Chapter 23

• Daniel leaned against the doorframe of Ariel’s room, a faint smile curving his lips. “Hey, are you free to catch a movie later?” he asked casually. “I heard they’re showing that weird indie film you kept talking about.”
• Ariel glanced up from her bag, zipping it shut. “I can’t,” she said, offering an apologetic smile. “I have painting lessons with Professor Grayson.”
• Daniel’s smile twitched, faltering ever so slightly. “Again?” He forced a light laugh. “You’ve been seeing him a lot lately.”