Both of them glanced out at the fissure in the city, the grand divide that was both a marvel and a reminder of the city’s complexities.

“So is he a Scorpio?” Alisha teased.

“Stop it,” Juniper chuckled.

“What did his hands look like?” Alisha pressed, a mischievous grin on her face.

Juniper shook her head, still laughing. “You’re ridiculous.”

“I’m serious! Details matter, Juni.”

Juniper threw her head back, laughing. “Well, I know you’ve seen his hands given how short you are.”

“Well… dilated… pronated?” Alisha wiggled her eyebrows.

“Omg, girl!” Juniper burst into laughter. “You’re enchanted, Alisha.”

“Maybe… You see Juni, that’s my vision of you… actually.. I know… I’m enchanted.”

“Okay now, really,” Juniper said, her tone softening. “Thank you for this. I needed this.”