Mercury POV
“Okay! You want to talk about what exactly?” I asked, my brows furrowed in confusion.
Ms. James sat on the hood of her car, watching me intently. So, was she on the prowl for anyone in particular, or was she being extra cautious? Her head fell to her lap as our eyes met once more. She let out a sigh of relief.
“Mercury, I know things have been tough for you since—well since your mother's passing. I'm sure it hasn't been easy at home either," she said solemnly.
Angry that she had stopped me for that reason, I shifted my weight to the other foot. The way I'm being treated at school and at home is nothing new. Everyone in Shimmerhelm knew what was going on. Therefore, why should it matter to me that she is aware of this information?
"Ms. James, please understand that I me
