NICK ~~~ I watch Adriana drive away, unable to stop her. My cheek still stings from her slap, and I can't help but wonder what set her off that way. But as I turn to go inside, I see my mother standing by the window, staring at me. Realization dawns on me suddenly, and my mood drops. I storm into the house, slamming the door behind me. "What did you say to Adriana?" I demand. My voice is low, really low, and she looks away from me uneasily. "What are you talking about?" She asks, feigning ignorance and trying to look innocent. But I see through her pretence. "Don't play dumb, mom!" I snap. "You know what you did. What did you tell her?" The look disappears from her face and she frowns. "I told her the truth." She says. My stomach drops. "What fucking truth?" "Watch your language, Nick. I won't tolerate it." "What truth did you tell Adriana?" I yell angrily. I'm so close to losing my temper, something I have never done. "What is wrong with you, Nick?" She yells
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