Chapter 18

Emily’s POV

I fiddled with the short dress in hopes that it would cover more of my exposed thighs.

Ava—the genesis of my predicament—laughed at my futile attempts.

She grabbed my hands. “Let it go Em, you look hot.”

“Who knows, you might also snag a hottie tonight.” She added with a wink.

Before I could respond, she was already dragging me into the fully packed bar.

Geez! I didn’t know that so many people came to bars.

And it was damn loud. Not from music but from half-drunk people talking over one another.

Ava giddily navigated our way to the barman.

Just when I wondered what to do about the filled up seats, Ava released my hand and suddenly tapped two young men.

“Excuse me boys, would you be willing to give up your seats for me and my cute friend.” she spoke with a soft voice, batting her lashes.

“What the hell is she thinking?” I screamed inside of me.

Their eyes went from her to me.

I felt my ch