Eagleson and the school again, knowing that she was already the subject ofrumors and speculation but only a select few knowing the truth.The girls wer... waiting for her outside. Gabby and Margo snickered at Pollywearing Amy's old outfit but both had to agree that she looked better in itthan Amy. Amy herself was wearing one of the outfits she got from Polly,one that was a little loose on her but was loose in the right places.The five went inside and greeted Mrs. Eagleson. Polly was asked if they. , my real name, for the check in, and handed her the key. ‘Looks like this is where we part ways.’ A breathy tone leaving my lips, and I could feel her shiver against me. ‘W…why don’t you come in for some coffee?’ I bit my lip, nodding in agreement. Who said I couldn’t have a bit of fun before this was over? I knew I had a deadline but I was positive I would make it. I always made my deadlines. She took my hand and lead me to a room of which I can’t remember the number of. I should, but I. A very rational way to look at it, I suppose. But, I like to think it rises – That’s how it feels, inside. As the darkness increases, so do I. I can smell the promise of night like a fresh breath of air through a stifling room. Every evening makes a new promise, and every dawn leaves me feeling like I’ve missed something, maybe only by inches. Maybe I just miss the sense of accomplishment I used to get from staying up all night specifically to watch the sun come up. I don’t know. Seven thirty. “I wondered if you’d show up or not,” he said. “I’m glad you did. Even if nothing comes of this, it gives us a chance to get acquainted, make a new friend.” “Some people would say we are fairly well acquainted after our first meeting.” I figured I might as well break the ice. We all knew what this meeting was about. Both men laughed and some of the tension went away. We ordered drinks and appetizers and began to chat. We discussed where we were from, what we were doing in town, all the things.