One Big Mistake

, curly ginger hair fell in a cascade of fiery waves down her back, giving her an ethereal appearance. "I need to call Em and apologize for my behavior yesterday," she murmured, runn

grandmother downstairs. Her voice was comfortin

emade blueberry muffins, the sweet aroma wrapping around Olivia like a loving embrace. Sitting at the table, she said, "Thanks for making my favor

ied warmly, her eyes twinkling with affection. "I

chuckled. "You two are inseparable, ar

her breakfast and rising and kis

nd her. The sun was out, casting a warm golden glow on her as she took a deep breath. She

out her name. Emily was jogging toward her, her brunette hair bouncing with each stride. E

a wide grin as she greeted her fri

" Emily teased, looping her arm through Olivia's. "Beside

That wasn't right, and I didn't mean to say those things to you. Are you mad? Because you

how I would have reacted if someone put me in a situation I was sca

ivia with a raised eyebrow. "Would you like to come to my

l concern dissipating as she finally agreed to

when we returned?" Olivia asked, bringi

t's the position?" Emily inquired,

s down the street," Olivia replied, her eyes l

riend's arm a gentle squeeze. "You're incredibly ta

's unwavering support. As they continued down the st

of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the air, mingling with the soft chatter of people enjoying their drinks. Th

of Italy," Emily exclaimed with boundless enthusiasm, her brown eyes gl

how expensive this European trip would be. She tightened her grip on her cup, harboring financial concerns deep with

ame Baker?" Emily asked with

n town, and he works in one, too. I'm trying to ge

crush on her. "Hey, Olivia. Emily," Kelvin acknowledged and offered them a sheepish smile, joining their table uninvited. Olivia

ys radiating warmth toward others. We were just talking about o

hat sounds fun! Plus, I had to do something for you girls after wha

. In a futile attempt to retain control over the situation, she q

couldn't possibly accept it," Olivia muttered,

erstanding. "Alright then, I respect your decision, Olivia," h

red the conversation back to lighter topics, relieving the tens

know what, you girls? Go ahead. Maybe we can catch up later and hang out at the bar?" Kelvin asked, an

houghtful, looking at the various items on display, but she ultimately walked out of the store empty-handed. She realized she could use wh

interested, inspecting every item that caught her

ned the practical necessities, comparing the item

collect her belongings before moving in with Emily a few days before their trip. Upon arriving

rams," she said, "I will call you daily to check-in. Just make sure you take excellent care of yourself." Her gr

Elizabeth gave her a knowing look and said, "Make sure you take good care of her, Emily."

d for the trip. She shared a heartwarming moment with her grandmother, promising to call her when she re

mily responded with a shrug, eventually admitting, "Okay, maybe I was a little disappointed. I wanted to have fun, and you sort

ingly comfortable bed. As she attempted to unwind, she glanced at the clock and realized it

her that they were meeting Kelvin for drinks. Olivia groaned inwardly, feeling drained a

ised it would be the last time they would go out, and Olivia reluctantly agreed, not wanting to spoil the fun. As

d skinny stretch denim jeans that hugged all of her curves. She had also styled her hair in a lush and voluminous high ponytail that perfectly complemented her outfit. Olivia had decided to keep her makeup m

caught sight of them and animatedly waved, exclaiming, "Over here, ladies!" After exchanging warm hugs, he guided them to a table nestled in the quiet rear secti

and whispering, "You look gorgeous as always." Although Olivia felt her discomfort rise at

"I hope you don't mind. He really wanted to apologize for what happened the other

lready apologized," O

r's behavior and said, "That's fine. I have a th

Kelvin looked slightly embarrassed

Emily, who whispered under her breath, "Great choice." Trevor was curious about what she had said, but Emily kicked him under the table befo

elvin asked Trevor, no

via, I'm genuinely sorry about the other day. I had no idea

livia. "It's okay. I told you it's fine, and I know y

is seat and asked Olivia to dance. She was hesitant, but Emily interjected, "Go,

caught Olivia off guard. She had always suspected that he

ed, looking into Kelvin's blue

terrible liar, Olivia. You

ooking nervous as though she was unprepared for a kiss. "I'm

ter what happens, okay?" Kelvin said, leaning in close to Olivia. Her heart was racing

rself, mouthed, "That was hot" to Olivia. Olivia waved her off, and they resumed their evening. Suddenly, fast-paced music began playing, and Emily got up to dance. She swa

f events, he said, "I know, that's why I will marry her." Olivia was taken aback by his words, but Kelvin quickly contin

g late. We should get going. We have things to do tomorrow, right, Em?" She looked at Emily, hoping she

her lips. She allowed the kiss, feeling a rush of emotions, and when she felt like she was out of breath, she stepped back and quickl