Chapter 13 [2-3]

It became quiet between us after that conversation and it seemed like it was a good moment to talk as he lay there trying not to focus on the tattoo that was being done. I watched curiously again and it looked like it was a long process to get it done. From making the line work to the shading, I was quietly thinking about last night and I didn’t want to show how upset I still felt. I didn’t want to be bothered by our conversation and I didn’t even know how much I wanted to share with Lucas right away. I wanted to have new experiences with my new friends and I’ve been able to create new experiences like the support group or deciding that I want to study photography.

“What if I do get something before we leave?” I asked, breaking the silence.

Lucas laughed, looking over at me curiously. “You want to get a tattoo?”

“No, I was thinking of a piercing,” I mumbled, wondering about what type of piercing I could get.

“Well, that isn’t a bad idea,” Lucas replied and closed his eyes. “I ca