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“No, I’m here… with somebody.”

“You are?” My brows went up. “Is this a joke? Because you’re sitting here all—”

“Ashleigh?”

Gav snickered as I turned to find Penelope standing there. “You,” I said.

“Hey, I hope this is okay. The guys thought it might—”

“Hold on a second, you’re Gav’s date?”

“Surprise.” He grinned, but I wasn’t grinning. I was frowning.

“I’m confused.” I sank back into the leather seat, and Ezra took my hand in his.

“You knew I liked her,” Gav said with complete honesty.

“Yeah, but isn’t this… weird?” I looked at all of them. Penelope gave me a shy smile.

“It’s only weird if we make it weird. I’m happy for you, Ashleigh. Ezra deserves to have someone like you in his life.”

“I… thank you. And you,” I jabbed my finger at Gav. “You didn’t think to tell me this earlier?”

“And miss your reaction?” Amusement glittered in his eyes, but then his expression softened. “Honestly, I didn’t think you would agree to come.”

He was right, I would never have agreed.

“This is a good thin