#Chapter 23: A surprising encounter

Nan’s POV Speak of the devil and she shall appear. That wasn’t the most charitable of thought to have about seeing an old friend. But I figured I was justified after the way our friendship imploded. Her entitled attitude at the amusement park did not improve my mood at seeing her. But I always tried to be the bigger person. It was my own fault for not paying attention. This time, at least. “Eillen…sorry, I was not paying attention to where I was going.” I apologized. Hopefully that would put off any incoming temper tantrum. But then the impossible happened. Instead of losing her cool, Eillen only smiles. “That’s okay, accidents happen.” I stared at her. What? That was a complete change the angry, hateful woman I had encountered last time. Eillen must notice my surprise. “I know, I was a total bitch to you last time. You must be confused.” Reluctantly, I replied. “Just a little. Last time we spoke, you made your opinion of me quite…obvious.” Eillen grimaces. I t