Before I lie in bed, I grab my schedule out of my bag and flip it over, running my finger along his number. I should thank him for helping me and not ratting me out to Levi, that would have ruined his day. He’s always picking me up and walking me off ledges; he’s always my savior. It's time I start saving myself, relieving him of his duty, and releasing him from the burden he didn’t ask for.
I grab my phone and type his number, looking at the blank screen, secretly hoping the message would type itself.What do I even say? Thank you for holding my hand today at school, walking me to class, drawing me a map, and talking me out of a panic attack without telling my brother. No big deal.I’m such a joke. I type out seven messages before finally sending a simple two-word message.
Me
Thank you.
Within moments, bubbles appear on the bottom. My heart skips a beat as I replay today's events and think about how kind he was, trying to block out Grant's voice.
Unknown
Glad I could help. u good?
Me
Yeah thanks. I’ll see you tomorrow.
Unknown
Yeah I'll meet u outside the doors again. Get some sleep beauty queen.
Me
Whatever you say Mamas boy.
Unknown
u stalking me newbie?
Me
You know what they say, keep your friends close and your enemies closer.
Spencer
Noted
Within seconds, my phone beeps with an Instagram notification: a new follower request from Spencer_Collins. I smile and send him another message.
Me
That was quick.
Spencer
Please don’t ever say that to me again. That's a way to hurt a man's ego.
Me
Thought your ego was so big you needed a spotter?
Spencer
I’m not going to say what I want to because your brother will read these and beat my ass. You are going to get me in trouble, aren't you?
Me
Night Spencer
