The first week of rehearsal went fairly well. Although his athletic buddies were still razzing him about it, Shay was becoming more comfortable with the idea of being in the play.
By the third rehearsal, Mr. Higgins began working on blocking in earnest. Shay had trouble remembering that his left was the audience’s right and so made several errors, often walking in the opposite direction from that which Mr. Higgins wanted. Lilly assured him he’d catch on, and Dwayne once again offered to tutor him.
“Why don’t you plan on coming in when you drop me off after rehearsal tonight?” Dwayne asked. “I’ll have you up to speed in no time.”
Dropping Dwayne off after Lilly had become the norm. Dwayne didn’t even ask for an invitation for a ride after practice. He just joined Shay and Lilly as they l
