CHAPTER 16

Cole plopped down on the old metal swing in the McCannons’ backyard. The thoughts swirling around his head were overwhelming as he contemplated the awkward conversation they had all just had with his mom. “Hey man,” Liam gingerly approached his best friend. “I’m not going to punk out on Katie. So, if that is what you have come out here to lecture me about, I’d rather not talk about it.” Liam nodded, “I figured as much. I think you made it clear inside just now.” Cole...