Last Year - First Love
“Can you believe it? Crystal Creek again! This year, I swear, I’m winning all the games. Tug of war, scavenger hunt, fire-making, everything.”
“Best for you maybe,” Becky muttered, dragging her feet. “I just want peace, not mosquitoes, mud, and your screaming every time you see a gecko.”
Sussy gasped dramatically, clutching her chest. “That was ONE time! And that lizard was the size of a baby crocodile.”
Claire laughed, shaking her head. “You guys are ridiculous. Camping is fun. You’ll see.”
The group’s laughter spilled into the courtyard, a brief bubble of lightness amid the undercurrent of tension they all carried.
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