Mike ignored her, turning and starting towards class, his steamed sister following behind. He could feel the energy of her stare penetrating his back. "What's the matter?" he asked, turning and looking at her. That snapped her out of her haze, and the scowl disappeared instantly.
"Nothing," she lied. "I just don't wanna see you get hurt, that's all."
Mike turned and headed to his class.
The day passed uneventfully. After school Mike texted Emily to ask if she wanted to hang out sometime and catch up.
"Of course," came the reply. "How about I come there?"
"Sure," he said. "We can swim if you want."
"Sounds fun," she texted back. "See you in an hour?"
"Okay, see you then."
* * * * *
Back at home, Emma called a girl meeting and quickly updated them on Emily. They'd been hoping that M
