CHAPTER 4: ANNIE
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Class was almost over. Annie’s stomach twisted. She wanted to see Patrick, but she didn’t. She was still mad at him, still hurt by what he’d said. She moved toward the door, Chelsea behind her.
“Don’t forgive him too quickly,” said Chelsea. “He needs to suffer for being so stupid. Actually, you shouldn’t give him another chance. Any guy who’d make you feel bad for having a good time is the kind of guy you should avoid.”
She’d filled Chelsea in on everything when her friend had picked her up for school. Chelsea was not happy with Patrick. “He was upset.” She walked out the door and froze.
“Who’s that?” whispered Chelsea, more than a hint of interest in her voice.
“Remember me? I’m Nick. Patrick sent me to pick you up.” Nick stepped forward.
“Is he single?”
