Allison

I trudged home, still reeling from my fight with Colby. Goodness! What was wrong with me? I mean, us. What the heck is wrong with us?

As I entered the house, I saw Mom, Jayden, and Tom already seated at the dining table, enjoying their breakfast.

"Hey, come join us!" Mom called out. "You must be starving."

"I'm fine," I muttered, unable to meet their eyes. I hurried upstairs, eager to escape the conversation. Who knows what Mom could ask next.

As I climbed the stairs, I heard Tom ask, "What's wrong with her?"

Mom's reply was laced with concern. "I have no idea. Jayden, do you want to...