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I look down at a sleeping Cassi and can’t help but smirk.

Me: We’re good. Keep me updated if you change your mind and come home.

Jack: Will do. Take care of our girl.

I put my phone back on the nightstand, eyes feeling heavy. Pulling Cassi into my chest, I can’t help but think about how right this feels.

Yeah, she’s worth the risk.

8

Cassi

“That class is goingto kill me,” I tell Rebecca as we walk out of algebra.

“Oh, it’s not that bad.”

“Easy for you to say miss genius,” I mumble without any heat.

“I got you. Don’t worry,” Rebecca says, bumping her shoulder to mine.

“Thank god for smart besties,” I joke, making us laugh.

“Cassi!”

We turn, looking over our shoulders, and see Mara rushing to catch up.

“God, I hate her,” Rebecca grumbles.

“Rebecca.” I widen my eyes at her.

“What? You don’t like her anymore either, remember?”

“Be nice,” I chastise.

“Yeah, yeah.”

“Hey, Mara. What’s up?” I ask as she approaches.

“I haven’t seen you in a while,” Mara says, brushing hair out of her face.

“Yeah, sorry. I’ve been a little busy.”

I hear Rebecca mumbling under her breath.

“Too busy for your best friend?” She raises a brow.

“Yeah, no. She’s been spending time with me. Thanks for asking,” Rebecca chimes in, arms crossed over her chest.

“Rebecca,” Mara sneers.

“Skank,” Rebecca sneers.

“I don’t exactly know what you want, Mara, but you made it clear where we stand. So while this is fun and all, I need to grab a cup of coffee before my next class,” I say, breaking the tension.

Mara attempts to say something else, but I don’t have time for it. I grab Rebecca’s arm and drag her away.

“Remember, Cassi, you’re only as good as the company you keep,” she yells to our backs.

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