Chapter 44

Liv’s POV A pounding headache split my skull as I stirred, a dull ache radiating from behind my eyes. I groaned, forcing myself upright, blinking against the harsh morning light streaming through the curtains. My limbs felt sluggish, my mouth dry and tasting of regret. The night before was a blur with flashes of music, laughter, maybe a streetlight spinning past. And then… nothing. I pressed my fingers to my temples, trying to massage some clarity into my thoughts. What the hell happened? My phone lay cracked on the nightstand, the screen lighting up with a flood of missed calls from Lara and Vio. My stomach twisted with unease. Shoving aside the tangled sheets, I forced myself out of bed, wincing as my legs protested. “I need coffee.” I muttered under my breath. And answers. By the time I made it to the kitchen, Lara and Vio were already perched on the counter, steaming mugs in hand, looking way too entertained for my liking. The smell of coffee made my stomach lurch before settling i