Chapter 15 - Awkward Moment

Cassidy was not looking forward to this dinner tonight. She was already in a state of confusion with a particular fellow who kept disappearing on her. But Cassidy knew she needed to be a good friend and support Natalie. Cassidy looked through her suitcase and pulled out a simple summer dress with spaghetti straps. It turned out to be a hot evening, and she decided to pull her hair up in a simple twist to keep herself cool throughout the night. Cassidy gave herself a final once over in the mirror in the bathroom and felt she looked well enough for dinner with a complete stranger. Cassidy started to make her way down the stairs when she heard the bell ring at the front door. “Cass, can you please answer it? I just need a few more minutes,” Natalie pleaded. Cassidy rolled her eyes and said, “Okay.” She stepped toward the door and slowly opened it. Her eyes widened as her mouth dropped open when she saw who was standing on the other side of the door. She started to get a sick feeling