Come on, you can tell me.”
“Everything’s fine dad, there aren’t any problems. It was like he truly had a reason to be happy, like he had just heard good news and nothing could ruin his mood. She felt a form of fullness that she had never in her life experienced, like she had been holding her breath for years and was now finally able breathe the sweet cold air. ——————————————————
“Liam Harper?”
“Here.”
“Sydney Hess?”
“Here.”
“Lisa Jacobs?”
“Present.”
“Victoria Ellie?”
“Here.”
“Jack Owen?”
“He doesn’t come to this school anymore.” A student answered out of sync, prompting the substitute teacher to raise his glasses and look out over the US History classroom and count the juniors. “Jack!” Victoria cried out, rushing over to him. “Do you get enjoyment out of harming others? “Thank you, Victoria, I greatly appreciate your care. I’m surprised you haven’t already donated all of your organs.”
“It’s a shame we didn’t know each other better back then, you were always so quiet and yet hiding such a sweet soul.”
Victoria’s smile shrank, but only due to the shyness added.
