Riley thanked Molly for the offer, and replied “The Coke is fine, but if you could  order one with some rum in it, I’d be happy to switch it.” Riley was overjoyed that Molly had ordered a drink for them. Riley had only drank on a few occasions before, but knew they were a light weight, so they paced themselves and took small sips. The mozzarella sticks hit the spot, and the drink tasted much better than the swill her friends normally had at high school parties. Finishing off the toast, Riley raised their glass and said, with a bit more confidence than they started the night with, “To not being stuck at the airport, and to safe journeys tomorrow.”<br/><br/>Riley enjoyed the conversation and company of the new friends too much to notice the chaos that was unfolding in the lobby. When Connie asked if they had rooms Riley shook their head and went pale. Riley got up to follow Connie, but first Downed their drink. It was a sin to waste good liquor after all.  Riley stood behind Connie and prayed they’d be able to get a room.