Jessie turned her head away, avoiding Jeslyns gaze.

As Albert walked off, Jeslyn kept her eyes fixed on Jessie until they vanished into the dark corridor.

Suddenly, Jessie felt lightheaded, her heart throbbing.

She gripped her chest, bewildered. Why did she feel sorry for Jeslyn? She was supposed to resent her.

Lettie shut the door, giving Jessie a stern look. Theyre gone. You have to stop seeing them! No matter what Albert says or does to win You over, you cant see him again.

I know, Mom, Jessie responded quietly.

Lettie let out a sigh of relief. Good! I was afraid youd soften up again.

guy. I

until you marry him.

felt uneasy hearing

knew Albert wasnt

only met his folks once

who knew what the future

trudged back to her room. It was midnight, but sleep eluded

back the curtain a bit, lost in

poured down hard, like a million tiny needles jabbing at

black car swung open, and the driver stepped out, holding the door for Albert and Jeslyn. Albert pressed Jeslyns head on his chest and hopped into the car. Since he didnt have an umbrella,

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