"Yeah. Something about you being too innocent or something." She said with the wave of her hand. I frowned. "I'm not that innocent," I said defensively. "I mean, it's not true, but still. I can be... not innocent." Lila laughed. "I know you can. Look at ya today! Not an ounce of innocence." She said, and I couldn't help but laugh with her. "I do look hot today, don't I?" I said with a wide smile. "Yes girl, like I would date you if my brother wasn't already trying." She said, and I blushed. "So, you gonna spill or what?" I sighed. "I assume everyone gathered that I used to date James Melrose?" I asked, and Lila nodded. "You know his... well, I think she's his girlfriend, Vanessa?" I asked. "The cheerleader?" Lila asked. I nodded. "We used to be best friends. Ever since we

