YOU ARE A FOOL

MIRANDA

I didn't know how long I slept, but when I opened my eyes, it was already evening.

I yawned as I felt very hungry. My stomach began to hurt and I was forced to remember the medication Hazel's doctor had given me which I left in Hazel's other house.

I had to eat and had to take the drugs too. But first, I called Hazel to inform him I was going out. However, he ignored my calls, despite the fact that I called three times.

I got dressed and asked the butler to take me to Hazel's other house so I could pick up my drugs. On my way out, I saw Shayla, returning from whatever hole she had crawled into.

I pretended that she was invisible and moved out of the way so I would not have to speak to her. However, she deliberately struck my shoulder with hers and chuckled, "Have you become such a weakling now? No will left to fight?"

I turned and stared at her as she added, "Don't make that sad face, honey. You knew this was going to happen. I mean, I gave you head-ups and told you I wanted