When Wednesday came around, I was ready to head over to Caleb's house. Phoenix was with me at my locker as I began unpacking my bag. "If you need anything, just call me. If he tries anything, just call me. If he makes you uncomfortable, just call me," Phoenix explained as Caleb approached us. I nodded as I looked at him.
"I know, Phoenix. Trust me, I'll be fine," I told him with a smile. Caleb was a few feet away, waiting for me to leave Phoenix's side. "Let me just talk to him," Phoenix started as he kicked off of the locker beside mine. I quickly grabbed his shoulders, making him back up a little. Returning him to his place on the lockers, I shook my head. "I'll be okay. You don't need to talk to him. Get to football practice. You're already late."
He watched as Caleb smiled at me. "Ar
