**Avery**
When I walked into Miss Alman’s class, Conner was waiting for me with a smile. Once I took my seat, he leaned over and whispered, “I guessed that you liked lilies.”
I giggled, but I put my hand over my mouth to stifle it, because I didn't want to draw attention to either myself or Conner. “You did fine. They are one of my favorites. Thank you.”
As his hand briefly touched mine, I looked at him. “Even if you never tell me what all happened Friday night, I know exactly who is to blame. If my brothers choose to do nothing, I will. I, like Mr. Darcy, have been too prideful to see what has been in front of me for years. You are a special girl, even if you want to kill me in our play.”
My cheeks reddened in embarrassment, and I chewed on my lip. He laughed, “I read your whole outli
