Chapter 43

• Mami sat opposite me, her eyes twinkling with curiosity as she adjusted her glasses. I knew she could tell I was troubled the moment I walked in, but she didn’t push me for details. Instead, she let me speak when I was ready.
• “So,” Mami said, leaning back in her chair with a knowing smile. “You’re looking a little too thoughtful for a Tuesday afternoon. What’s going on in that head of yours, Sophie?”
• I took a deep breath, the words tumbling out in a rush. “It’s Ethan. He… he confessed his feelings for me last night.”