Caden I watch as Lia leaves the auditorium, all eyes seemingly follow her. The double doors closing behind her squeak to a close and all eyes land on me. My mind is racing a million miles a f*****g minute and I can’t think straight. My head falls, eyes landing on the floor below me as I run a hand through my hair. That kiss…that f*****g kiss was everything. I’ve never felt like this before, it’s a feeling deep within my chest. The feeling is overwhelming and nauseating. It’s a feeling I can’t describe and I’m not sure I like it. The chatter of the other students catches my attention and I look up. I inhale deeply, nostrils flaring from the pressure, and I turn before walking off the stage. Mrs. Low’s eyes follow me as I take two steps at a time. I press my palm flat on the double-doors,

