“Andre shouted when we rejoined the group about fifteen minutes later. “And you brought your friends.” His gaze wandered over Missy and Bella with the kind of appreciation you would hope no one over twenty-one would show for a teenager. Eww. I tried not to notice Julian off to one side, staring at some kind of furry creature tucking back into a den rather than looking at me. For a second, I really resented my friends. If they hadn’t shown up, I wouldn’t be forced to prove my loyalty. “Hi,” Missy... and Bella chorused. Then Missy took the lead. “We thought maybe your trip could use a few less”—she peered around at the kids who were with us—“losers. Where are we headed?” Before he could answer, he had Bella on his right and Missy on his left, effectively distracted. This left me time to put my plan into action. Predictably, Julian stayed far away from me. I had been prepared to sacrifice him to a bear, after all. Too bad I couldn’t quit there. “Hey girls,” I called to the Ponytail Matchers.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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