Melissa
When we’re summoned into Janet’s office at the end of our next shift I hope it’s only me who’s going down for my f**k-up, and not poor Sonnie too.
The apology is already on my tongue since I’ve been rehearsing it all afternoon. I wonder if she’ll let me off with just a slap on the wrist. Show mercy over one stupid moment of carelessness.
I don’t get the impression they give many second chances in this place, and I’m petrified, now more than ever, because I was so close to him, just him and me, and he spoke to me, smiled at me… just for one moment… but it’s a start… it’s–
“Sit,” Janet snaps, and I sit. So does Sonnie. “You girls know why you’re in here, I’m sure.”
Sonnie looks blank, shaking her head a little, and I feel so guilty. I should’ve said something earlier, at least s
