-Emerald- I feel exhausted. Never in my life have I had an emotional meltdown like this one. Whenever Troy beat me, I knew there was a way out. I'll get into a college far away from here. But now, it feels as if all the hope has suddenly vanished. The most ridiculous thing? A guy is making me feel this way; and I hate it. I despise the emotions running inside me but I can't help it. I was in love with him, for Heaven's sake. A screech pulls me out of my thoughts and to silent it, I quickly pick it up. "Who's it?" My voice comes out annoyed and scratchy. "Calm your panties, woman. It's just your best friend wanting to know what you were up to." Veronica responds. It was involuntary. As soon as I heard her voice, I couldn't help but sob out loud. "Hey, what's wrong, Em?" she says in t

