Dean Kate was trembling in my arms and Veny kept holding my shoulder while a few rugby players picked Shelby up from the ground. His face distorted completely, only his eyes were clear in the mess of blood and bruises. I calmed a bit and hugged Kate. - I'm so sorry. - I whispered. I felt horrible, but Kate said in an almost inaudible voice. - You came... - I hugged her stronger to my chest and hoped that despite my racing heart she'll be able to calm down a little. Because of my stupidity she ended up in this situation. If I'd reacted other way from the beginning, she'd never met Shelby. - I'm always here Pickle. - she giggled a bit between her tears but the worst was still ahead of us. Soon the principal called for me. Kate didn't want to release my arm, and I glanced at Veny. He unde

