Page 5 of Web of Lies

The way Magnolia made it seem in her weekly emails was that the queen of campus, Ainsley Benoit, caused all her problems. She was the relentless tick in her skin. I won’t be Magnolia. I won’t let these assholes tear into me like they did her because I’ll be the one to tear into them. Slowly but surely, I’ll make them all pay for ever laying their hands or opening their mouths and ruining my best friend’s life.

They took her from me.

So, I’ll take their goddamn kingdom from them.

To: [email protected]

From: [email protected]

August 11th, 2020

Kacccee! I need you to come and visit ASAP! You will not believe how big my apartment is, yeah, my fucking APARTMENT! And it’s all mine?

It’s all part of the ridiculous tuition Crowe paid for me to go here. Still not sure why everything had to change? They’re there and I’m here. Why did we have to move? And why so suddenly? It was like one day he just up and moved us without warning. If you were with me right now, we’d play some video games, and you’d tell me to buck up and accept the fact my mom was happy being here and no longer working at her practice. Can you believe he convinced her to stop being a doctor?

So, tell me to be happy, Kace. Oh… and btw. There are celebrity children here! You remember Tate Benoit’s kid?? Well, HE’S HERE! He has some cute friends too. They introduced themselves to me, since I’m the shiny new girl. I blew them off. Whatever, I’m not here for hookups. I’m just ready to start classes and meet more people and move on. When we graduate and go to Parkford together, I can’t wait. Anyway, gotta go. My student advisor is coming soon to show me around since I’m going to get lost.

Love you, Kace!

Xoxo Magnolia.

Me:

This place is unbelievable… I have my own apartment. Who gives an 18-year-old their own apartment?

Tristan:

The lifestyle of the rich and privileged, right? Don’t get too eager to christen that lovely apartment just yet.

Me:

If you’re implying what I think you’re implying, you’re gross. How’s your first day back?

Tristan:

Me… gross? Wtf? I never!

Me:

*Rolls eyes*

Tristan:

First day was okay. Ole step mommy made a dramatic visit. Told and I quote, not to fuck up again. Can I stab her yet?

Me:

That would be murder, but it might make your life a little easier. Give me her name, and I can ruin her.

Tristan:

Snort. The sad thing is, I know you could. You’re the best anonymous bff I could ask for. If I gave you her name, it’d ruin what we have.

Me:

Right. Good luck with your step monster business, then. But the offer still stands. I’ll ruin anyone who hurts you.

Tristan: