#Chapter 87 – Conflicted

“All right!” I say, probably a little louder than I need to, snapping my eyes away from Nico’s wicked grin. “That’s enough movie for me!” I rip my hand from Christian’s in the same moment that I swing my legs off the couch and out of Frankie’s grasp, knocking my blanket to the floor. Quickly, I stand and start to move around the coffee table. “Iris!” Christian protests, frowning at me, confused. Unfortunately, at the same moment, Frankie gasps and asks, “Are you okay!?” Nico bursts into delighted laughter, lacing his fingers behind his head and leaning back, enjoying himself as he watches the drama unfold. Frankie and Christian both stare at me and then glance at each other, both frowning just a little at the other’s protest. “I’m fine!” I say, my voice a little high with my panic, and I force a smile to my face as I dart quickly around the couch and start towards my room. “No worries! Just tired! Just…wanting a good night sleep! Bye! Goodnight! Bye!” Frankie and Christian stare