Turns out, the blonde guy that she argued with about Wuthering Heights on the bus lived a few streets away from Marley. Jason had moved halfway through high school and didn't want to transfer, so he made the commute. She knew there was something she recognized about him earlier, but couldn't put her finger on it until he told her a little about himself.
Sitting next to him and becoming familiar with the people at their table in the mess hall was Marley's favourite part of her day. He not only introduced her and Gabby with dramatic, hilarious flair, but they were instantly welcomed into the fold with no hostility once so ever. Most of them were shy, big glasses on their noses and all timid smiles. But they spoke about their hobbies and interests, encouraging each other's opinions and Gabby
