MIKA
I couldn’t let my embarrassment stop me; I had to get the soup out of my system before it caused any harm. Ignoring the others, I focused on trying to make myself throw up, anything to avoid the stomachache I knew would come.
“Mika, are you alright?” Megan asked, rushing to my side with genuine concern in her eyes. She rubbed my back soothingly, her innocent expression making my stomach twist with guilt. How could she be so caring when I… No, I wouldn’t think about that.
I nodded slightly, taking a deep breath. “I… just need to get it out,” I managed to say, fighting to keep my voice steady.
Beta Lucas, Jay, and Cindy were staring, each of them looking confused. Cindy handed me a glass of water, watching me closely.
“Drink this, Mika,” she said gently, her voice filled with wo
