Aria's POV
I didn't expect things to get even more awkward after Lillian left, but boy, was I wrong. As soon as she got out of the car, I closed my eyes and pretended to be asleep for the entire ride. Only when we entered the gated community did I finally "wake up."
Julian's friend glanced over at me with a raised eyebrow. "We've arrived, Miss Aria."
"Oh, we're here already?" I faked a yawn, putting on my best just-woke-up face. "Sorry, I guess I dozed off."
He gave me this knowing half-smile that said he wasn't buying my act for a second. "See you at the concert."
"Yes, see you then."
Recognizing my familiar doorstep, I practically lunged for the door handle. "Thanks for the ride tonight! I'd better get inside. Drive safely!"
I was about to slam the door shut when Julian suddenly c
