Chapter 14
Lily's POV.
I didn’t know how I managed to keep dancing during the cheer practice after what just happened in the locker room. Joe had walked right past me like I didn’t exist. After everything. After he saved me. After he looked into my eyes that night with more concern than anyone ever had.
I was shaken, and I couldn't concentrate. My steps were off, My timing was trash. And of course, the coordinator snapped.
“You!” he snapped, pointing. “Mittens! If you can’t keep up, get out!”
The entire squad turned to stare. I forced down the lump in my throat and nodded slowly, moving to the side. Sonia jogged over to me after we were dismissed and sat beside me in the stands.
“Lily! That coordinator was a jerk. Are you okay?” she asked, eyes wide.
I slumped next to her, tucking m
