I walk into geography class with Brandon, and everyone starts whispering and watching me.
I sit next to Justin, who says, "You're the new gossip of the week."
I mumble, "Good to know," just as the teacher enters. Brandon smiles at me, and I smile back while Justin texts on his phone. I wonder who Kyle's new girlfriend will be this week.
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At lunchtime, I go to the girls' restroom before heading to the cafeteria. I hear crying from a stall—probably a fan girl upset over Jordan or Kyle.
After using the toilet and washing my hands, a girl emerges with puffy, red eyes. She washes her face and starts crying again; she's the cheerleader Kyle dated last week.
She asks, "Can you tell Kyle to meet me at the janitor's closet in ten minutes?" I nod, feeling heartbroken seeing her cry.
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