"Y/N I would like to talk to you ," Dan whispered; taking you by the arm. His hands were cold and soft and had a firm grip on your arm. You, obviously startled, turned to face him. His face was welcoming and warm looking.

He sat down next to your spot on the sofa. "Don't be scared of me, well, us," he continued; staring at AnneRose and Phil sharing a blanket. His face became sad, his mouth shut tight and his eyebrows knotted. He blinked and shivered, and turned back to you with a small smile.

"I sense that your uncertain. I've felt similar. Just don't get too upset." He sighed a little and chuckled, "I don't know how to say this without sounding selfish but;" he took a final sigh, "I know Phil and I are a little, well known. I don't want that to conflict our friendship."

He turned to look at AnneRose and Phil laughing at inside jokes they've already made while under the snug blanket. He looked at you, knees drawn to chest and a face of worry and uncomfortableness. "From this point further; can we consider ourselves friends? All four of us?"

You smiled and nodded. "Sounds amazing," you agreed. Dan began to become giddy and he jumped up. You got up too, a bit more meekly, but still joyous. He took your wine glass off the coffee table and gave it to you.

AnneRose picked up her mug, then Phil following. They got up and threw the blanket off to the side. As all four of you huddled together, you clinked your glasses and Dan cheered, "to friendship!" Everyone cheered in response. And this was the start to a new life.