Chapter 45
“I know people die,” I say. “I’m not that dumb. Leave me alone.” I run out the door, slamming it behind me. When I reach the corner, I realize I’ve left Randy behind.
I stand there feeling stupid and waiting for the feeling to go away. It’s like a fog that won’t lift. I want to cry, but the tears won’t come. Funny, I met Zack once. I hardly knew him. But he made an impression on me. And he was one of the few people I could talk to about books..
My whole life seems like a terrible dream, and I want to wake up.
I feel a tap on my shoulder. I look back and Randy is peering at me.
“Are you okay?” he asks.
“I’ll live,” I say, not answering his question.
“I’m . . . sorry.” He places his hand on my arm.
I turn around and face him. “Don’t worry. It’s not your fault he died. Peop
