Chapter 4

But none of those stares made me feel as ashamed as that slap from Cameron.

Even after a few seconds, my cheek was still burning.

It wasn't just my face. It burned in my heart, too.

I staggered to my feet.

It felt like a hand was churning my stomach, the pain so intense my face went pale.

Willie hurried over just then.

He froze for a moment when he saw how pale I looked, then patted my shoulder and spoke gently to comfort me.

"Did Sophia freak you out? Are you alright?" Willie's words brought a pang of sadness…