#Chapter 23: Revelations

Celeste “I know who this ‘Mystery Girl’ is.” The moment Sabrina’s voice uttered those words, I retreated further into the stall, praying she wouldn’t discover me. My breath hitched in my throat as I pressed myself up against the wall. The whispers and giggles filled the space, my heart rate accelerating with every insinuation. “Come on, Sabrina, just spill already! Who is this mystery girl? And what’s with the mask?” I recognized Eliza's voice; she and Sabrina had been two peas in a toxic pod since… well, since forever. Sabrina let out a teasing laugh. “A girl has to have her secrets, doesn’t she?” she cooed. “Just wait. Time will tell.” “Aww, Brina!” another voice whined. “You can’t leave us hanging like this!” Sabrina just chuckled again and tapped the side of her head. “You’ll find out soon enough. I’m cooking something up in here. It’s gonna be good; trust me.” Hidden within the confines of the stall, my breathing grew shallow as the cold bite of Sab