The boy was able to eat again, although the spot where his father had kicked him was painful; fortunately, he was healing quickly, so it wasn't a major concern.
The real issue was how he would confront Felicity. He was uncertain if he could reveal the truth to her. How was she coping now? He had chosen not to attend Holland's funeral, unsure of how he would manage his emotions there. He was acutely aware that Felicity would despise him if she discovered he was responsible for her father's death.
A few weeks later, he returned to school but deliberately avoided Felicity. When she found him, her expression was one of shock; she had wanted to share her grief with her friend. However, his next words left her questioning his sanity: "You’re not my type, Felicity. Stop trying to force yoursel
