Chapter 87 Naked Bodies Entwined

• The numerous canceled dates, the unpredictable mood swings – it all starts to make sense. Considering the stressful situation he's been in, it's no wonder Max had difficulty trusting anyone. He's been navigating this turmoil largely on his own. And then it hits me.
• "What if you can pay them off before graduation?" I suddenly blurt out, opening my eyes to meet his confused gaze.
• "What do you mean?" he asks.