I felt a strange sense of empowerment walking into school the next day. I had a kick ass outfit, another person in my corner and a plan to make the boy I was crazy about smile the way he had made me with those flowers.
“Jay!” I turned and saw Vanessa running up to me. “I’m so glad to see you! Hey you look like you kicked that illness’s ass!”
I laughed. “I did. Um, so sorry for being MIA. I saw all of your messages and I’m so grateful you care about me so much.”
“Of course. I’m always looking out for you.” She said.
Natalie stood there smiling. “I don’t think you guys have officially met. Natalie, this is Vanessa, Vanessa, Natalie.”
“It’s nice to meet you for real.” Natalie grinned. “Jay has told me all about you.” She seemed to be overcome with emotion and hugged Vanessa.
“Thank yo
