Trixie POVThe last couple of days had been surprisingly uneventful. Jake and Joe stuck to the same routine: drive Jerica and me to school, stick close to our classes, and drive us back home. They stayed alert but relaxed, their presence starting to blend into our normal school day. Joe, of course, continued to flirt with Abby at every opportunity.At lunch, Abby practically glowed every time Joe walked by. He’d sit near us, make a joke, wink at her, and she’d twirl her hair like she was in a cheesy romantic comedy. Janet, meanwhile, rolled her eyes so hard I was sure she was going to pull something."You'd think she never saw a guy before," Janet mumbled one day as Abby giggled at some ridiculous line Joe fed her about being her knight in shining armor. Jerica and I just exchanged knowing looks. It was harmless... and honestly, Joe looked happier lately.But today was Friday, and next week was fall break. Originally, we had big plans—bonfires, pumpkin patches, and maybe a movie marat
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