Tough Love

Stella

It’s a short walk to Tessa’s apartment, but it seems to drag on forever as my mind whirls with possibilities. What will I say to Tessa? Will she even want to speak to me? What if this truly is the end of our friendship?

When I finally reach her door, my hand hesitates in the air, hovering over the doorbell. This needs to be done, I remind myself, and I press the button.

The door swings ope