“You realize you’ll be expelled…” Dean Perkins says, tilting her head. “Permanently.” Avi nods. “That’s fine. Because I don’t regret it.” His eyes shift to mine, and he whispers, “Best thing I’ve ever done.” My heart thumps, a warm heat enveloping my heart while I just stand still and stare at him. I can’t believe he’s doing this for me. He’s getting himself expelled… Taking all this heat. For me.
