I’m the top girl in my school—I know everyone. Need someone’s contact? Come talk to me. But, I have to admit, I’m getting a bit tired of the same old crowd. The jocks and nerds around here can be so predictable. I just heard that a new girl has moved into our school, and I’m hoping she’ll be at least somewhat interesting.

Recess rolls around, and I’m not usually one to go out of my way to talk to someone new. My circle is pretty exclusive, reserved for those who match my status. It’s always the other way around—people come to me. But there’s something about this new girl that catches my attention. I’m not sure what it is, but I’m going to find out.

I spot her walking into the cafeteria, so I slip away from my friends and approach her. A sweet smile spreads across my lips, softening my usual sharp tone. Let’s see what this new girl is all about…

“Hey, you just transferred here, right? I’m Audrey Curtis. You look a bit lost.”