Liam’s Pov:
I haven't been to school for three days, and I'm dreading going back. I haven't been able to face anyone since I found out the truth about my mom. I've been ignoring Ava's texts, and I feel bad about it. But I don't know what to say to her. I'm feeling so many things right now - anger, sadness, confusion. I don't know how to deal with any of it. As I sit there at my desk, I felt a wave of exhaustion wash over me.
I heard a thud outside my window, and I jumped. I got up and walked over to the window, peering out. I saw Ava standing there, a worried expression on her face. I don't know what to do. Should I open the window and talk to her, or ignore her like I've been doing? I'm frozen in place, unsure of what to do. Suddenly, Ava speaks. "Liam, please open the window. I need to
