Athena:
Prom was just a few days away, and I had never been more excited in my life. I could not wait to walk through the doors with Daren holding my hand and dance with him in front of everyone. For the first time, it would be nice not to be the awkward girl in the corner with nothing to do but stuff her face with chocolates and watch other couples dance.
“Hey,” Daren said, interrupting my thoughts. I looked up to see him seated on a chair in front of my desk. Then I looked around to see that the class was empty.
“Tell me. What is bothering that lovely mind of yours?” he inquired, and I shook my head.
I could not tell him yet because I did not want him to ruin my excitement by telling me how special I was. I wanted to experience the joy of finally receiving something good after being
