Ava’s POV
I rush to the rooftop, my breath coming out in quick gasps, my chest rising and falling as though I just ran a marathon. My head spins, and I press my hand against the cold wall to steady myself. Everything feels like it’s caving in on me all at once, like I’ve somehow lost control over everything happening around me.
What’s going on? I don’t even know anymore. First, there’s Sarah, acting all friendly with Vanessa. Then there’s Vanessa and her weird conversation with Sarah, Zach suddenly acting like he cares, and Irish stepping in and punching Zach in front of everyone. And now… now I’m here, on the rooftop, feeling like I’m losing my mind.
I lean against the railing, letting the cool breeze wash over my flushed face. I close my eyes and try to breathe, but my chest feels ti
