After a week…
Today was the first day Penelope had to attend classes after starting her second year.
It had taken her several days to convince Mackie to let her return to her own room. He had kept teasing her and indulging in his own happiness, keeping her cooped up with him. He had only finally driven her back yesterday.
"Hi, Penelope! I haven't seen you in weeks! I miss you so much!"
"Hi, Karen! It’s been so long, I miss you a lot too!"
"Come on, give me a hug." Karen opened her arms and pulled her close friend in for a warm embrace.
She and Karen had known each other since their first year. Karen came from one of the wealthiest and most influential families in New Jersey, but she couldn't reveal her true identity because it was too dangerous. Every day, she had a driver to pick he
