Wearing a cute floral dress that Janus gave me, we are in his car heading to our date location. I’m feeling a bit nervous because this is our first time going out, and the first time we’re truly alone, since we’re usually with his brothers at the house. We only ever get time to ourselves when we’re in his room. Janus is fun to be with and has plenty of stories, but he’s a total tease. I’ve grown comfortable with him, though I was feeling shy the past few days because my cheek was swollen. When I saw myself in the mirror, I looked like I’d been beaten up by a thug. That annoying Madison! Now that I know her real relationship with the brothers, I won't back down the next time we meet. I’ve convinced myself that someone with that kind of attitude won't succeed. The day will come when her bad

