Chapter 19“So, that’s it,” Rebecca said after she finished her rather long and complicated story. She sat on Hailee’s couch, her hands folded neatly over her jean-clad legs. “Indie told me that she let you know some of this, but I figured it was important to talk to you in person. I’m sorry I didn’t know that until now. I really am.”
“Thank you,” Hailee said. Hearing the words I’m sorry had such a profound impact on her that she wasn’t sure what else she could say for some time. Rebecca’s version of events had been longer, and somewhat more complex due to Josie’s involvement since the two were stronger than ever before, but the main points still stood. Rebecca didn’t feel supported in the friendship, and it was only made that much worse by the book awards and being part of her research. T
