Amelia is skipping school today. Again. For the third time this year. I dump my phone on the vanity after her call and massage my forehead.
It’s becoming a norm and it’s worrisome.
I open my WattsApp group to see Amelia hasn’t informed them of her absence. She told me first because she’s my ride to school. I skim through the other messages. Taylor thinks having Boys Code is not a bad idea. Rose will make the logo and get back to us with an update. I shove the phone into my purse and continue fixing my face. If Amelia will not be in school today, then I’m stuck with Dad. I haven’t seen Calum yet and I’m not sure I want to ask him for a ride. I don’t want to push him. I’d rather we take things slow and steady.
The voice behind my door grabs my attention. I drop my comb on the dresser. Ano
