Chapter 4

"I got offered a redundancy," I replied. "Decided I was done with Melbourne, and got on a plane home," I added. Glossing over the exact details again.

"What about your girlfriend?" My sister replied. I hadn't realised she even knew I had a girlfriend.

"We split up," I said casually. I could almost feel Vicky's stare on me. She was pretty intense.

"Oh, that's a shame," Tori replied. She didn't sound to upset by the news, and maybe even a little relieved.

"Yeah, shit happens," I said. Trying my best to sound as care-free as possible. I usually didn't care what people think of me, but I really didn't want these girls to think I was some loser, even if I was—just a bit.

"Viiicckkkyyyy, Let's go already," Liz said. Getting to her feet. "We only came back because you left your wallet," the redhead added, tugging on her blonde sister's hand.

"Oh yeah, fuck I forgot about that," Vicky said. "Hey Jason, Wanna come for a swim?" Liz rolled her eyes and