/ ABBY /I stood frozen in utter surprise when I saw my mom staring at us in the doorway with mouth gaped open wide.We just got caught. Zhask was still leaning on me, about to kiss me, so I immediately pushed him away.I gotta make up an excuse. Quick."Mom, it's not what you think," I explained, not really sure if she would understand.I couldn't read the expression on her face. She was still in a state of shock, unable to say anything.Then, suddenly, she sighed and a smile crossed her face. "Abby, dear," she muttered in a soft tone. "You didn't say you were coming. I would have baked you both some cookies."She wasn't mad. I thought she would be so mad at me and just kicked me out of the house. She was waiting for my reply. It seemed like she didn't want to argue anymore. After all, I was old enough to make my decisions, so I took my cue to apologize."I'm sorry mom," I said, bowing my head. "I was in a hurry. I was gonna leave right away anyway.""Oh, right away? Without introd
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