The invitation wasn’t an invitation. It was a summons, delivered by a man with knuckles like worn river stones and a voice that left no room for discussion. This was the first time since the whole saga that I would be making a decision without my best friend, Becky. I didn't bother to inform her about going to the party. I knew I was wrong, but I didn't need some idea that would mess with my brain right now.
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I jumped up from the bed and reached for my watch. “Oh my God!!!” I exclaimed. The time was already 7:00 PM. I had slept too much. So, I dashed to my bathroom. I didn't have my warm shower as usual, but a cold one. I needed to be strong enough to face what awaited me.
I hurried out of the bathroom and checked the time again. The digital clock on my nightstand read 7:03 PM. Oh,
