The fight between Lucian and Max became the talk of the school for the rest of the week. Everyone had an opinion. Some said it was romantic. Others called it pathetic. But for me, it was terrifying. Two boys fighting over me the girl who had spent most of her life trying to stay invisible.

I kept my head down even more than usual. The whispers followed me everywhere:

“Did you see how hard Lucian punched Max?”

“Max was trying to kiss the fat twin. Bold.”

“Mia must be furious.”

Mia was furious. I could feel it radiating from her at home. She slammed doors, gave me cold glares when...