Bella smiled, hugging Rina tight when she gave her a hug. "See you guys soon!" she called after them, taking Chris' hand in her own. Pulling him back toward the house, which wasn't too far to walk, the girl sighed. "I'm glad we checked that out," she said, nudging him with an elbow. "They sound like nice people."
Her green (I think they're green? :XD) eyes scanned the sidewalk, and she inched closer to Chris' side. "I need to get home, but that doesn't mean you have to leave. Wanna watch a movie or something at my place? How about we finish the one we were about to start?"
Slipping her phone out of her pocket, she texted Jaz once more.

Jazzy! What's up? Talk now?


Jaz lay in bed that night, staring up at the ceiling. Her family planned to visit her mother again, and she wanted Bella to come. She also wanted Dayne to come, as well as Chris if he wished to.
Her phone vibrated, and when she flipped it open, she saw Bella's text. She replied quickly.

Mom got hurt. Will you go to the hospital with me tomorrow morning? Tell Chris he can come to keep you company if he wants.

Jaz then stared at the screen for a few moments, contemplating texting Dayne. She chose not to, thinking it best if she left it until morning. She moved to change into pajamas before flopping down on her bed, falling asleep quickly.


"Dude, Jaz's mom is in the hospital," Bella said, frowning at her phone. "Wanna go in tomorrow?" She glanced up at Chris, brushing her layered hair out of her face.