JILL
I couldn’t shake the feeling I wasn’t alone. That someone was taking an interest in me. That feeling where you discover someone’s been staring at you. Only it’s not Mona. I know her signature now.
Wait for the westbound subway train to arrive, leaning against the tiled wall; me the U in DUNDAS WEST, on my way to WELLESLEY. A text came in from Kris but I haven’t gotten to it. Nervous, and I have to focus. The westbound train brings with it a dose of cool air and I’m trying not to shiver. Don’t know why I’m even here. I do, I mean but … it’s awkward. It’s for a cleansing, after all. I just figured the notice I got a few days back wouldn’t apply anymore, with Geoff abandoning me and all, but – and here’s where I hate myself – I need the money. Everything’s falling apart and I need the
