I told Andrew. He just nodded. He didn’t say he believed me. Miranda didn’t say anything at all. I went to school because I had to, but I can’t remember anything either of my teachers said that day. Then I went to the program because I had to. I thought Mr. Weller would give me a hard time, but he didn’t. He told everyone that Scott wouldn’t be in that day, but he didn’t say why. He didn’t press me to talk in circle, either. Amy’s little dog, Coco, was pretty good that day, which was good because I didn’t need any hassle. I just wanted the program to be over. As soon as we were finished, I headed for the bus stop. I stood apart from the others who were taking the bus, and when the bus came, I took a seat in the very back. Amy dropped down in the seat next to me. “Are you okay?” she said. “Sure,” I said. “Because you’re really quiet today,” she said. I stayed quiet. “Did you hear what they’re saying about Scott?” she said. “They’re saying he’s in the hospital.
