Aria's POV
I saw Lillian's random message and instinctively sent back a "?" before I could think about it.
Just as I sent it, Aiden walked over and took my suitcase from my hand. "I'll get that," he said.
I nodded, looking down at my hand where his had just touched mine. I couldn't help smiling as I subtly tightened my grip when our fingers intertwined.
The elevator was pretty crowded at this hour.
"Should we get in?" I asked Aiden, eyeing the packed elevator where people were already making room for us.
He nodded. "Let's go. It's busy right now - the next one will probably be just as crowded."
I murmured an agreement and followed him in.
With so many people inside, Aiden released my hand but wrapped his arm around my shoulders instead, pulling me against his chest and creating a b
