“I’m in here!” Tara’s shrill voice was loud through the door. Okay, I’ll wait. I went back to my bedroom, leaving the door open to keep an eye on the door. I made my bed and pulled my clothes together for the day. I folded my PE clothes and stuffed them into my messenger bag along with my new sneakers. Still no Tara. Sighing, I headed downstairs in my pajamas and went to the kitchen. I finished making my lunch, took it upstairs, and put it in my bag. Still no Tara. I looked at the clock; it was 6:30, I needed to get in the shower. I grabbed my bathroom kit and walked into the hall. This time I
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