Chapter 88-02

I scrambled to my feet, not wasting a second as the salt water formed in my eyes and fled up the stairs, closing the door behind me. I retreated to a small indent in the wall, burying myself in the corner and pulling my knees to my chest. I wrapped my arms around my legs, crying as I tried to make myself as small as possible. Loud voices echoed from downstairs, but I couldn't quite pick out the words. I jumped as a sot knocked sounded. I knew it was him before he even spoke. "G-Go away!" I sobbed, wiping at my eyes. The door opened slowly. "Danny?" "I-I said go away!" I snapped, covering my face with my hand. I listened to his footsteps as he approached, crouching in front of me. I jumped as his hand rested on my knee. I looked up, pushing his hand away. "Don't touch me!" I growled, pushing myself farther away from him. Hurt flashed across his face. "Why're ya so mad at me?" "You're a jerk," I replied harshly