Chapter 10

I push past everyone, dodging Jake's attempt to reach me. I feel the tears building up in my eyes, threatening to spill at any moment. My vision blurs and I release a small sob, feeling my lungs tighten. What if Pops is right and I can't raise this child? I'm only seventeen, still a child myself. My feet continue until I find myself in the bathroom, locking the door behind me. I slide down the way and pull my legs into my chest, cradling them. The overwhelming feeling of loneliness hits me...