Shawn If I could travel back in time, I would absolutely avoid getting involved with Michelle. Honestly, she’s been nothing but a headache ever since we crossed paths. I stood there, watching Lila walk away toward the bonfire, a mixture of relief and frustration washing over me. Deep down, I was grateful Lila was distancing herself from me. I genuinely don’t trust Michelle, and after her latest snide comment, I felt a surge of anger that made me want to confront her—maybe even throw a punch. The only thing holding me back was the simple fact that she’s a woman. If she were someone like David or Billy, I wouldn’t think twice about it. “You’re not going after your girlfriend?” Michelle asked, her voice dripping with a saccharine sweetness that made my skin crawl. “She is not my girlfrien

