Chapter 39

Alessa staggered back into PHAT, eyes puffy red by this point.

When Madison saw Alessa walk through the door, she rushed to meet her.

“What happened?”

“Kyle told me to leave, so I left,” Alessa said.

“Why are you crying?”

“I am not,” but Alessa knew her puffy eyes and gruff voice betrayed her.

“Did Aspen say something? Kyle?” at Kyle’s name, Alessa’s lips began to quiver. He had been calling her since she left, but she could not answer. She was too upset, and she wasn't sure if she had the right.

“That jerk! Why is he always making you feel like this? I've had enough of this!” Madison yelled, and again Alessa didn't like someone calling Kyle a jerk.

“He told you he didn't want me involved. Why did you send me?” Alesaa yelled back.

“What? I didn't. You volunteered at the end there! I never forced you to go.” Madison retorted.

“I don't want to talk about this anymore. I won't be helping Aspen with anything going forward.” Alessa sternly said, spilling some of her hurt onto Madison, w