Steve kicked the man, yelling. “What nonsense?”
“Restroom.” I announced, rising slowly to avoid a scene.
Antonio glanced at me, and then at Wendy, who clung to his arm, giving him a pathetic look.
He didn’t check on me.
Upon my return, everyone was eating and playing.
Wendy and Antonio were huddled together. I found a quiet spot.
Steve. ever the instigator. produced a bottle. “Spin the Bottle?”
No objections.
Antonio won the first round; Wendy lost.
She chose truth.
Antonio asked. “Anything awesome lately?”
Wendy batted her lashes. “This year, I met an amazing guy. He bought me
a car and a house, and taught me to drive a Mercedes.
She gave me a smug look.
Everyone knew Antonio was the benefactor, but usually pretended otherwise.
Wendy’s revelation shocked them.
The mood soured, and Steve looked uncomfortable.
He quickly recovered. “Another round! Lila’s turn.”
Wendy won. “Truth is boring. Dare?” she offered.
I insisted. “Truth.”
“Dare’s easier. Antonio said you’re a great swimmer. A quick dip?”
Wendy eyed my stomach thoughtfully.
refused. “I’m not feeling well.”
Wendy glared at Antonio.
He exploded. “You’re a swimmer. Wendy apologized, and she’s trying to make it right. You should do the dare.”
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