Bella's heart fluttered wildly, but she couldn't deny the pull he had on her. She glanced at the party around them. Cameras flashed, curious glances flew toward them, and people still whispered about her revelation as Muse.
"But the party…" Before Bella could finish her words, a pair of excited voices cut through the moment.
"There she is! Our star of the night."
Kate and Willow appeared at her side, practically bouncing with excitement. Without warning, they grabbed one of her arms, their faces alight with joy.
"You're not slipping away that easily," Willow teased, linking her arm with Bella's. "We're celebrating properly—let's go have dinner with us."
Kate nodded enthusiastically. "No excuses. You have to stay with us until the party is over. Don't think of leaving early."