CHAPTER 19 Apple Pie

  Evan

  I ate my dinner distractedly. I kept thinking Annie wasn't eating properly, and I don't know why.

  "What's wrong, honey? Is the steak not good?" My mom was concerned.

  "No, it's great. What's for dessert?" I asked to divert her attention.

  "Apple pie," she said.

  Apple pie that's Annie's favorite.

  "Ca...can I save some for a friend?" I asked hesitantly.

  Mom narrowed her eyes and looked at me. I don't blame her.

  I've never been considerate towards anyone. I mean, I've never been a nice person, so this request was out of character for me.

  "Who is the friend? A girl?" she asked.

  "Eh...just Annie from across the street. She is such a loser, so I wanted to do something nice for her," I let out a nervous chuckle.

  Her lips curled into a small smile. "Oh, I see. Annie is a sweetheart. Of course, you can take some for her. You owe her for that one time," she smirked.

  "Huh? What do you mean?" I was confused.