Chapter 19

Elena

It’s another day to act normal, like I’m not going to go mad anytime soon. Ella is the one driving. I couldn’t lift a finger to text back Ava or pick up her call, so I certainly wouldn’t have been able to drive properly without causing an accident. But maybe I should’ve driven, so I can be with him. Wouldn’t that be the best?

I sigh as I walk to my class alone. I haven’t heard from Ava today, and I don’t think I’m in the mood to face anyone right now. I want to be alone, just as I’m alone walking to my class this morning. I also don’t see the Quads around; they are not always early but this is late. I’m late to school because Ella didn’t arrive on time.

I want it to stay like this. Peaceful without their presence. I don’t think I have any strength to face them today. I’m still as vulnerable as last night or maybe worse because I cried all night without getting any sleep.

I feel weak so my steps are slow. I’m about to enter the class when I spot Riley shutting my locker, then she