Chapter Seventeen

Behind the shadows

Proud jocks, flying cheerleaders, athletes who wanted to split their guts, joggers and stand-up comedians. The building was filled with the likes of different students from different schools.

"Woah!!" Claire exclaimed, "This is truly one way to take a vacation." Her eyes brimming with happiness.

It was only natural for Claire to feel like she was in heaven here, both she and Ariana loved the outdoor life. Unlike me…

"So there would be a pairing of three," one of the instructors said. "Pick your partners and move forward to the table by your right and pick your keys."

The rush came, and everyone hurried to pick their favourite. I was clustered by Ariana and Claire, whom I didn't find any issues with. Then my eyes moved away from their smiley faces and met Lola's. She stood alone while others picked and moved past her to pick people close to her.

A replay of high school played before my eyes. Somehow, I had found my way in Tulane, and even though not everyone liked