THE next day, Dennis drove me to school again. I’m starting to get worried about Jared. I asked Dennis where Jared was, and he said that he hadn’t seen him. Leon instructed him to drive me to school and pick me up later to drive me to the mansion. I was to begin working for him today. I’m still sending him messages, but I have not received any replies. Calling his phone sends me straight to voicemail.
School was more lonely than usual. I was used to being on my own, but it’s worse now. I already have a boyfriend who confessed that he loves me, but I’m still alone somehow.
I was distracted the whole day thinking about what was going on with Jared. As soon as class ended, I ran out into the parking lot and went straight to Dennis. He’s always been here early. I was excited as we drove towa
