Truth be told, I wasn't prepared to see Stephanie outside saying farewell to her guests in her driveway before they got into their car. She instantly noticed my vehicle parked across the street even before I got out but shifted her gaze away soon enough. Oh, how mad was she?
I had dropped the other delinquent at his school before coming here alone, so it was just me.
Hurrying over, I began apologizing even before crossing over to Stephanie. It was better to humble oneself quickly before the Kraken struck. "I was on my way yesterday, but then I suddenly…." I faltered and gulped after receiving a sharp glare from Stephanie.
"Not here." Her expression soon softened once more as she looked back to her visitors. They soon drove off, and Stephanie turned to the house without a word. I followe
