Jane
“It’s okay, June. Let me go see him,” I stated, trying to sound braver than I felt. “He won’t try anything stupid with me.”
“No, that’s too dangerous,” June muttered firmly, crossing her arms. “I’m coming with you.”
She looked determined, and I could see there was no point in arguing. Sharon stood nearby, quiet and nervous because of June’s earlier warning to her.
“All right, let’s go,” I said with a sigh.
June smiled and nodded. We walked down the long hallway to Mr. Mark’s office together. My heart was beating fast, but having June beside me made me feel stronger. I knocked on his door and waited for permission to enter.
Silence.
I knocked again, harder this time. Still no answer. Finally, after my third knock, his voice came from inside.
“Yes, come in,” Mr. Mark called out.
