On the way to the academy, Zach and I were silent.
I knew I wouldn't get any answers from him. When I shouted at Zach, he just turned around and got in the car.
I guess my tantrum was useless.
When we arrived at the academy, I jumped out of the car as soon as the engine stopped and sprinted toward the dorm. Zach suddenly appeared in front of me, blocking my path.
I looked at him with teary-eyed frustration.
"Move!" I snapped.
"What's wrong with you?" He grabbed my arm.
I yanked his grip away. "Don't touch me! Just leave me alone!"
"I'm sorry, Bernice! I'm working this out, okay? Please, just give me time!"
I ignored his words and tried to walk past him, but he grabbed my arm again and tightened his grasp.
"Let me go!" I hissed.
"Come on, let's talk!"
Zach half-dragged me into t
