The bustling hallways of our high school are as chaotic as ever, but I manage to navigate through the crowd with Ben by my side. I glance at him, trying to stay grounded. He’s been my best friend since we were kids and not even he knows my secret.

Suddenly, I’m caught off guard as I collide with someone, sending my blood pills scattering across the floor.

"Whoa, I’m so sorry!" I exclaim, my voice a bit too high-pitched. I bend down hurriedly, hands scrambling to gather the pills.