Chapter 169

Sara panicked, yanking her arm free and fumbling for the car door. To Spencer's surprise, she actually managed to get it open. Without looking back, she bolted out and ran up the stairs to her apartment. Spencer remained in the car, a wave of frustration rolling through him. He had messed up again. He didn't bother returning to the gala. Instead, he drove straight to Nightdive. He texted Hans and the others, telling them to meet him at the bar. Zayn showed up too. The five of them gathered in a private room on the second floor and ordered a bottle of red wine. Spencer didn't usually drink much, but the frustration tonight had settled heavily in his chest. A few glasses in, and he already felt buzzed. Finn and Luke showed up last, voices echoing even before they opened the door. "I was just saying it's been forever since we had a proper drinking session. Then, I get a call from you, Hans," Finn joked as he entered. "Yeah, I was about to suggest dinner at your place, Spencer." Luk