Chapter 16. Dance

When a slow song comes on, we split up. "Want to dance?" As we catch our breath, Mark asks.

"Sure." I say. We walk toward the dance floor. Again, more old sayings. We're right below the disco ball. Like in the best movie ever, "A Cinderella Story." Austin told Mark that they should meet under the disco ball. Ha Mark.

It's a shame I can't help but think of Tristan from the first few episodes of Gilmore Girls whenever I see Austin. Then, when I thought about Lauren Graham, the movie Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life came to mind. Which made me think about the cute dog named Calvin who was in it. Which reminded me of my old dog Pat, who was just like that.

I wake up before the song is over. Mark and I are as close as we've ever been, as far as I can tell. The song ends, and we go talk to each other. Mark goes to find Charlie, and I go to find someone I enjoyed being around at least a little bit.

I just went from place to place until Max spoke to me. "Hee