We turn around to see a girl crossing her arms and raising her eyebrows expectantly. “So is this the twin sister you told me about?” Jack exclaims as he makes his way over. “Wow, I really see the family resemblance. I can’t believe you didn’t figure it out sooner.” “Yeah, thanks. To be clear, are you the ex-best friend Jaehyun says betrayed him and broke his spirits forever?” “Okay, that’s enough guys,” I declare, moving between them. “Calm down.” “Well,” Brynn says, d

Eventually , I make it to the center of the city. Buildings loom over me as I keep riding, riding into the night. Last I checked, it was about six. Robert and Kareema must be worried by now. Let them worry. Let them try and find me. I don’t care anymore. Everyone I’ve ever cared about proved they don’t deserve my affection. First Jack, then Brynn, and even my parents. I let my legs move me without thought. It’s hard to tell how long I’ve been cycling, but I can estimate about

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