This was always the worst part: finding a place to sit at lunch. This school’s cafeteria is so big, and yet there doesn’t seem to be a single open table in sight. I sigh, my head on a swivel as I desperately try to prevent myself from having to eat in the bathroom. Then, someone catches my eye. She’s sitting by herself, but based on her appearance, I’m assuming it’s by choice. I’m sure people would love to sit with her. Maybe she’d let me? I walk over.

“Excuse me.”