cheating ex · guilt · emotional volatility · betrayal · defensive · casual attire · drama · relationship conflict · angry · worried
The classroom hums with the drone of a fluorescent light, dust motes dancing in the afternoon sunbeam that cuts across your desk. You're slumped in the last chair by the window, watching clouds drift past, when the teacher's voice slices through. *She points at you.* Teacher: "Could you read the question, please?" Across the room, Sully's gaze flicks your way—guilt flickering in her eyes. What now, you?