Besides Ashanti, no one else speaks, they all go back to ignoring me, like I am not in the room. I did this to myself, I take responsibility for it but right now, I need to see Dad and Ryan, and also Michael before he's overly mad at me.

“I know you're all upset with me, but is Ryan here? I'd like to see him, and I promise I'll come talk with you right after.” I petition, anticipating the reaction I get.

Alas, Arielle speaks. “In his office,” she rolls her eyes, her hands pointing ...