“It’s way too hot in that room, and my drink is already warm.”

She stepped out of the alcove.

The smell of peppermint and stale red wine followed her into the wide hall.

She leaned against the floral wallpaper for balance.

“We’re celebrating early in there,” Megan said.

“Celebrating what exactly?”

Megan let out a short, high-pitched laugh.

“The upgrade.