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For the first time in a while, I don't have math after band practice. I find myself home earlier than expected, until I suddenly realize something. I told him 'I don't need your math lessons anymore', but I never told him 'I can't give you your lessons anymore'. This means I'll have to contact him again. With a sigh, I grab my phone.

You:

Hey Jexie, I realized I forgot to tell you that, in addition to me not needing your lessons anymore, I won't be able to teach you as well. Sorry for the late notice.

Within a few seconds, I get a reply.

Jexie:

Are you sure you can do it without me?

The answer annoys me. But before I can react, another text comes in.

Jexie:

You went home, didn't you? I'm coming over.

I send him multiple texts telling him not to, but he doesn't even receive them. So I head to my only friend, who is also my biggest foe: Christine.

"Christine, please tell him I'm not home," I beg her. "I can't see him right now."