This chapter is basically a gc between fine and her friends.

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The Fab Four

My Mia💕: 👀 Okay, so... spill. What happened? Aiden barely said anything after lunch, and Fina looked like she was ready to vanish.

Ethan🤪: Yeah, same. I just saw Connor scurry away like a scared rat. What'd I miss?

I... don't really want to talk about it.

Aiden❤️: It's fine, Fina. I can explain if you want.

Thanks, but I guess I should. It's better if you all hear it from me. 😞

My Mia💕: We're here for you, girl. No judgment, promise. 💖

Okay. So, Connor... confronted me at my locker.

He said some really awful things about me and my family.

It got bad—really bad. I couldn't breathe, and I panicked.

Ethan🤪: 😡 That guy is such a loser. What did he say?

Stuff about how I didn't belong here...

how my family can't protect me forever.

It was just... triggering, I guess.

My Mia💕: Oh, Fina. 😢 I'm so sorry. That's horrible!

Aiden❤️: He was being a complete jerk. I told him to back off, and he finally left. But by then, she was already shaken up.

My Mia💕: You okay now, Fina?

Sort of. I accidentally called my family's

group chat during the panic attack. 😅

Ethan🤪: Wait, what?

Yeah. My dad and brothers showed up at school

not long after. Let's just say Connor probably

won't be looking in my direction for a while.

My Mia💕: OMG, the Mafia Avengers pulled up?? 🔥🔥

Ethan🤪: 😂 Seriously, though, that's kind of epic.

It's not epic! It was so embarrassing.

Aiden❤️: Embarrassing or not, you're safe now. That's all that matters.

My Mia💕: Exactly! But still... I'd pay good money to see Connor's face when they rolled in.

Ethan🤪: Same. Fina, if that guy ever bothers you again, you've got us.

My Mia:💕 100%! You're stuck with us, okay? No one messes with our girl.

You guys are too much. Thank you. 💕

Aiden❤️: We're not too much. You're just not used to people having your back yet.

I guess not. But I'm glad I have you guys.

My Mia💕: Awwww, Fina's getting all sentimental. 🥹 Let's make a pact: if Connor or anyone else gives her trouble, we're all showing up.

Ethan🤪: Agreed. And I'll bring snacks. 🍫

Aiden❤️: Ethan, why snacks?

Ethan🤪: Emotional support food is a thing.

😂 You're all ridiculous.

My Mia💕: And you love us. Admit it.

Fine. I love you guys. 😌

My Mia💕: Success! Mission accomplished. Now, can we figure out how to make Connor's life miserable without getting suspended?

Aiden❤️: Mia, no.

My Mia💕: 😇

Ethan🤪: 😂 Let's just keep him scared. That works.

Thanks, guys. I feel a lot better now.

My Mia💕: Anytime, babe. We've got you.