[Maryann's POV]"Maryann, I know your brother is more possessive of his friends than understanding my point of view. I am not saying you cannot go to your brother's house, but you have to keep away from his friends. I won't be there to protect you. Or you better not go," Mom says weakly, and I sigh."I understand, Mom. But Sunny has a girlfriend, and Mike says he doesn't see me as anything more.""Are you certain? Do you feel uncomfortable around Sunny?" Mom presses, and my cheeks flush."Mom, Sunny and I aren't close, so I don't know," I reply, looking away as my heart pounds faster."Do you like Sunny?" Mom asks, and my eyes burn."Mom, stop asking me questions. Sunny is Mike's friend, and I see him as a brother. We are not dating or anything of such. I don't like him. He's a womanizer and has a girlfriend," I add, and Mom sighs with relief."Good you don't like him. I will give you pepper spray if you still want to visit Mike's home. It's best to protect yourself than go there unar
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