Tangled Feelings

[8 Years Ago]

The evening had come to a quiet close. Laughter faded down the hallway as Emeney, Xander, and Leo exited through the front door of Anya's cozy suburban home. She stood by the doorway, barefoot and in a simple blouse and shorts, the soft yellow light from inside spilling over the porch as she escorted her friends out.

"Thanks for coming, guys" Anya said with a bright smile, her hand clutching the doorframe.

"See you tomorrow!" Emeney beamed, waving.

"Later" Leo said, slinging his backpack over one shoulder.