Chapter 10: Janette.

I walk to class alone and contemplate the next phase of my life.

My heart is still sore but I won't admit it's because of what just happened in the Dean's office. I've never shown anyone my scars, and now I had to show them to a room full of people.

I don't know how I'll ever be able to look the Dean in the face again, but maybe it's for the best. I can't let my parents ruin my life even further than they already have.

Fuck, they couldn't even give me a day to settle down into all this before swooping in with their issues. It's just too wrong on so many levels.

"Hey watch where you're walking."

I snap out of my thoughts and turn back to see a male holding his left foot and hissing. His brown hair obscures his face and I can't place a handle on his voice. I guess I stepped on him while lost in thought.

"I'm sorry. Are you hurt?"

His eyes snap to meet mine and I gasp.

"Do I look fucking okay to you, genius?"

I shake my head and avert my eyes. Shit, why did I have to meet him of all peo