Chapter 56

Amanda's POV

When I approached my house, the light was still on. I frowned, glancing at the digital clock on my phone. It read 3:15am. Who on earth would still be awake at this hour?

I walked closer, my damp jeans and shirt already too soiled from the scruffle just an hour ago. My hair was all tangled up, frizzy at the edges. I really need to get cleaned up, I thought to myself.

I reached out for my keys but suddenly there were footsteps approaching closer and I heard the familiar unlocking of the front door. There stood Liz, looking as pale as a ghost, staring at me at first as though seeing me for the first time. Then, a flash of relief crossed her face before she crossed her arms and a frown creased her forehead.

Oh no, she's angry with me. "Hello?" I said weakly, balancing my weight from foot to foot, which felt as though they were going to give way anytime. "Hello?!" She scoffed. "Where have you been, young lady? You are in so much trouble." She said, her jaw set in a firm l