~Joan~
We arrived at Aaron's house eventually, and he pulled into the driveway. After my outburst in the car, I’d kept silent, and Aaron hadn’t tried starting a conversation either, though I could feel him glancing at me every few seconds.
I’d been to Aaron’s house once before and had sworn I’d never step foot in it again. Rhoda and I had crashed his birthday party, and it hadn’t exactly gone well. Yet here I was, eating my own words and stepping out of his car.
The weather wasn’t exactly welcoming, and I rubbed my arms as I got out. My phone rang, the sound cutting through the silence.
Digging through my bag, I pulled it out. It was Rhoda.
I hesitated, my gaze flicking to Aaron, who was only a few steps away with his intense eyes locked on me. His stare was unnerving.
I swiped th
