I dash to the bathroom and slam the door behind me. My knees give out, and I slide to the floor, my back pressed to the now closed door. I hide my face in my knees. My body is shaking, and each sob makes me heave. I don’t understand. I feel like I’m floating apart, like my body isn’t fully tied to the earth anymore. “Ava?” Ethan calls. “Are you okay?” Pounding starts on the door. “Ava.” Garrett’s voice is a low growl, but it doesn’t make me scared. He doesn’t sound angry, just concerned. “Ava, open up.” I should stay hidden in here. When I get upset, I just want to be left alone. At least
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