Algebra seemed to go on forever. I paid no attention to my teacher, knowing he wouldn’t call on me. I never answered questions. I doodled in my notebook, drawing little hearts and stars everywhere.
Occasionally, I wrote my infamous little suicide threats.
The bell rang, and I hurried to my locker to get my books for my next class. I glanced at the top shelf for my textbook, and in the air vents saw a slip of paper, folded in half. I paused, and took the note out. Lacey, it read on front.
I can’t wait for fith period. I’ve been thinking about it all morning. Meet me outside the lunchroom after fourth period. Make sure no one sees you. We can’t afford to get caught.
See you then,
John.
So he was excited too! That was so sweet. I smiled, and suddenly felt a slash of pain in my chest. Jame’s face flashed across my mind. He looked angry.
What would he think if he saw me with John? I quickly understood John’s words of caution. Make sure no one sees you. I placed the note in my pocket, and hurried off.