At 10am, the dorm room was filled with morning sunlight streaming through the small window. Molly was already up and getting ready for class, brushing her hair in front of the mirror.
“Are you gonna skip class?” Molly asked, glancing at Bella who was still sitting on her bed.
“Can I?” Bella asked hopefully.
Molly shrugged. “Well, this professor is pretty strict and we always have attendance, but… I could probably write a note for you or something. Say you’re not feeling well.”
“Oh, thanks,” Bella said, relief washing over her face. At least she wouldn’t have to deal with Ethan or anyone else outside the safety of the dorm today.
But Molly paused while buttoning her shirt and gave her a serious look.
“You know you can’t hide in here forever, Bella,” she said gently. “Sooner or later,
