Chapter 4

My mom slapped Jason hard on the back of his head and snatched the driver's license from his hand.

She handed it to me, her hand trembling, forcing a smile so awkward that it was almost pitiful. "Selah, this is my fault. Jay didn't know any better. Take your driver's license, and please, don't do anything to hurt yourself, especially your face."

I flicked my wrist and hurled the almost burnt-out fireball straight into the trash can.

Without hesitation, I yanked my driver's license from her hand.

Then, with everyone dazed and terrified, I marched straight toward the door.

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