“You don’t have to—” I started. “I mean, I don’t want anyone to miss their night of fun—” “I’m going to stop you right there,” Steph said crisply. “You are more important than discounted appetizers. We’re going to make sure you’re okay.” And then more people crowded onto the trolley. Nolan. Luca and Jack Hart. Gretchen and Pearl. “You guys,” I said. “Please don’t miss the party just because of this. It’s so silly, and it’s probably nothing . . .” “You need to be surrounded by good energy and loving kindness,” Pearl said seriously. “And western medicine—” “—is great for emergencies,” Gretchen
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