“W-who’s there?” I stuttered , wondering who was at the door.
My heart skipped a beat with every passing second. My anxiety heightened with every thought of being caught. The consequences of my actions came sooner than expected.
My mind was swamped with worst-case scenarios. What if it’s my father? Or my mother? Or Ethan? Or even Emilia? My heart panged with curiosity.
“You have to go hide in the bathroom”. I whispered to Ashley, my face stern.
“You want to make me a secret?” Her eyes narrowed as she asked.
“What? Are you insane? Is this the time for this” I queried with a firm whisper.
“Yes, I’m insanely in love with you Lucas”. She uttered, her voice trembling as she confessed.
“Love who? How? Listen to me this minute. Go into the bathroom, now”. I commanded, my voice shar
