Ellen POV Jessica's body staggered and walked in an uncertain direction. She walked along the edge of the pool. I was worried that she would throw herself into the pool. I quickly stood up and approached Jessica. I held her arm to keep her from swaying. "Let go of me. Your hands don't deserve to touch me," Jesicca refused me. "You foolish! You're drunk, Jess! What if Dad gets mad?" I screeched. Jessica smiled instead. Her face was flushed. I really didn't want her to come home tonight. Dad wouldn't tolerate this. Duff joined me. He grabbed Jessica's body and carried her to the bench by the pool. Duff then helped Jessica sit down. I panicked. How could Jessica come home drunk like this? "Ellen," Duff called. I didn't really listen to his call because I was still too panicked. "Ellen

