TESSA
Fortunately, I had already calmed down with the help of Owen and Arden. They didn’t know why I was acting as such, and I was thankful they didn’t ask.
Honestly, I didn’t know if I was really alright or if I had convinced myself that. For a while, at least. I kept telling myself I’d push it all to the back of my mind and bury it with me.
Arden and my schedules didn’t line up as neatly as they used to, which sucked. It meant less time with her, my best friend. She had her set of classes, I had mine, and sometimes we only brushed shoulders in the dining hall before going our separate ways. I missed the comfort of walking beside her after class. Now, though, after my last lecture of the day, I was by myself.
I slung my bag over my shoulder and let out a long breath. At least I did
