Focus by Alyssa Rose Ivy

Author:Alyssa Rose Ivy [Ivy, Alyssa Rose]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi, pdf
Tags: Paranormal Romance, college romance, new adult romance, new orleans, college, new adult
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

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“You made it.” Nick smiled when he noticed us. We’d just gotten drinks at the formal bar they had setup. When the bartender asked what I wanted, my first thought was that I wished Levi was there to order my drink. I really needed to find out what it was.

“Yeah, I guess I did.”

“You guess?” He smiled.

I shrugged. “Yeah…”

“I’d offer you a drink but you already have one.”

“Yup.” I held up the red plastic cup.

“I’m really glad you came. It’s nice to see you outside of lab.”

“Yeah, in the real world.”

“Exactly. You look great, by the way.”

I looked down at my black flapper dress. Leave it to Anne to find us all vintage dresses at the Salvation Army. “Thanks. You look the part, too.”

“Oh, yeah. Cool.” He adjusted the brim of his hat.

“Hey, Allie, I need your help with something.” Hailey put a hand on my arm.

“Okay, no problem. Sorry Nick, but I need to help my friend.”

“Oh, that’s cool. I’ll catch up with you later.” He tried to play it off, but he was disappointed.

“The real world? Where’d you come up with that line?”

“Hey, I was grasping at straws. The guy’s my lab partner. I’d rather not have to make things more awkward than necessary.”

“He’s already done that for himself.”

I turned away to watch the Jazz Trio. I knew these parties could be cool, but I didn’t expect actual live music. Between the bar, music, and the costumes, it was a pretty fun atmosphere. I enjoyed the music, and when I finished my second drink, I decided not to get another.

I was ready to go home. “You guys want to go?”

“Definitely… but where’s Tiffany?” Hailey glanced around.

“I don’t know…” I surveyed the room. “The last time I saw her she was talking to some guy with a blue tie and matching fedora.”

We walked all over the house and yard but couldn’t find her. I saw Nick and decided he could be of help.

“There you are. I’ve been looking for you.” He grinned, taking my hand to pull me close to him. I smelled his breath—he reeked of alcohol.

“Have you seen my friend Tiffany?”

“Maybe…was she the one talking to Carl earlier?”

“She was talking to someone.”

“Blue hat?”

“Yes.”

“I think they went upstairs.”

“Upstairs?” I was sure I hadn’t heard him right.

“Yeah, it’s off limits at parties unless you’re with one of the brothers.”

There was no way Tiffany would go up to some guy’s room like that. Unless she was more drunk than I thought. “I have to find her.”

“Want me to help you?”

“Could you?”

“Absolutely, come on.” He took my hand again, pulling me through the crowd. Hailey and Anne trailed after us.

When we reached the staircase, he turned to my friends. “Sorry, just Allie.”

“Is that a joke?” Hailey asked.

“No.”

Hailey glared at him. “Why not? Afraid your brothers won’t believe you can handle three girls?”

Nick choked on his beer.

“Let’s go.” Hailey pushed past him.

He took a step forward, placing a hand on her shoulder. “Hey, I told Allie I’d take her up, and my brothers know I could handle it, but she’s the only one I want.

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