Chapter 4

On the day of the debate competition, I was ready and led my team onto the stage with confidence.

To my surprise, among the opposing debaters was a familiar face.

It was Queenie, who had been out of my life for a while.

I heard she even quit her work-study job at school.

Now, she seemed to have left behind her poor and shy image, dressed in fancy and expensive clothes with bright makeup.

When Queenie saw me, she had that same look again.

She seemed to steel herself and said, "Emily, I appreciate your concern, but I've really prepared…