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Chapter 8

Author: Bye Illness
Shannon's POV

Nick was suspended from school for two days.

David wanted me to take him, but I refused.

"You're his legal guardian."

Outside the school gates, he lowered his voice. "I'm extremely busy at work lately, and my mom isn't free to take him, either."

I looked at him. "Back when I had a 102-degree fever, I was still able to get up and cook for you guys. So, what does your being busy have to do with me?"

My retort left him at a loss for words.

Nick stood beside us and said quietly,
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