Mariah

The second Jessa and Noah walked off together, the whole cafeteria at Ridgeville High tilted forward like they were watching live drama unfold. You could practically hear the collective gasp ripple through the tables. News traveled fast here—especially when it involved the quarterback’s sister and the team’s golden boy.

I swear, Ridgeville’s gossip chain could beat the internet on speed.

Jessa’s chin was up, but I could tell she was nervous. Noah said something to her, ...