Faye – POV
"Faye, please give us a chance," Oscar implored, his voice laced with desperation. I shook my head, tears streaming down my face.
"No, I can't," I replied, my voice breaking as I wiped away the tears. "You should know why." I sniffled, a lump forming in my throat. "Mae is alive. I heard it from Tristan." Oscar looked taken aback, his expression shifting to one of anger. "And my mom is alive too," I added, Oscar's eyes widening in surprise.
"It's good news for you, Faye," he whispered. "You're afraid to give us a chance because you think Mae will come between us, making me reject you for her."
"Oscar, it's not just about Mae coming between us. She already did and ruined our friendship. Maybe I once had a soft spot for you, but it died slowly, poisoned by your hatred for me. T
