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After what Jack told us, someone should. This waiting for the right opportunity blows. I understand it to a degree. But guys like Zach will just wreak more havoc by getting away with shit like that.

“I don’t want to make waves,” Emma says.

“I’m on the ripping balls off side of things,” Hannah says. “If you’ve got a plan for those assholes, I’m in. There needs to be consequences. Even if Emma had turned them in, they wouldn’t have gotten anything but a slap on their hands.”

“Fuckers,” Ashley says.

I nod my head in agreement, even though only she knows I’m listening, and no one can see me. After Zach trapped Harper in the closet, I was ready to take him out. I’m sure Caden was the same way after what Tanner did to his sister. They took everything from Tanner.

Almost.

And now, he’s back and working with Zach. It’s like this shit will never end.

“Let’s get out of here,” Ashley says. “We can go get a coffee. It’s not like any of us will actually be Homecoming Queen. Pretty sure Sidney’s rigged that too.”

“Wouldn’t it be awesome if someone else wins?” Emma sounds dreamy. “Like why even put us on the court if we don’t have a chance to win.”

“At least you didn’t get bumped for Harper.” Hannah sighs. “Sidney picked me to be the odd man out. What a fucking bitch!”

“It’s okay. Sidney will get what she deserves,” Ashley says.

“But will she?” Emma laughs bitterly. “I mean, girls like her just always win. She’ll get Homecoming Queen and be a bitch about it. Then she’ll spend her time rubbing it in our faces. Fuck, I’m just lucky I got a scholarship to school, or this would have been the end for me.”

“That’s ridiculous. You’re smart and talented,” Hannah says.

“And not rich.” Emma sighs. “I have to think about my family and what they can afford. I could work to put myself through school, but I’d have to fall back on them. With a scholarship, I can work and they won’t have to worry about me at all.”

I shouldn’t be listening anymore, but Ashley has to know we’re still recording her.

“Maybe Sidney shouldn’t be the queen bee anymore,” Ashley says. “Maybe her time to reign is over.”

“She does seem to be only about getting Luke back,” Emma says. “It’s obvious to everyone that’s not going to happen. I mean, you can tell he’s in love with Harper.”

“You think it’s love?” Hannah asks. “Maybe it’s more like lust.”

“No, I think Emma is right.” Ashley’s tone is thoughtful. “I mean, Harper isn’t using them for popularity. Hell, pretty sure the girl was ready to bolt after they claimed her.”

“Sidney should just give up,” Hannah says.

“We all know that will never happen,” Emma says. “Sidney’s whole world is built around her being a winner. She got Luke’s attention and held it for years. She got cheer captain. The scholarship everyone wanted, she got. She’s a winner, and winners get what they want.”

Ashley laughs. “She won’t get Luke Foster.”

“Then she’ll find another way to win.”

CHAPTER 27

Taking Orders

Harper

It’s late by the time we leave Caden’s with a bag packed for me. I hugged Caden and Luke good night. When we arrive at Jack’s, he parks his car and sighs. He doesn’t move to get out, so I wait.

“Are you good? You’ve been quiet.” he says.

I blow out a breath. “Zach didn’t give me any information we didn’t already know.”

Jack smirks. “Not everyone can monologue effectively about their devious plans.”