*Ellie*

“Mal, you didn’t have to donate for my performance. I do thank you for supporting me though, so that I don’t look that silly on the stage,” I smiled at my bestie.

“Are you kidding me, it was so worth it! I’m not even the generous one. Aiden is.”

“Nah, Ellie, I guess your biggest supporter is Penny,” Aiden laughed. “You were incredible!”

He came over and wrapped his arms around my shoulders. My eyes were wide as I hesitantly patted ...