Chapter 15

After a stressful week at work, I am on my way to Mr. Crawford’s house. Mr. Crawford is like a grandfather to me, and that’s why I see him a lot. I think that’s why Mr. Jason misunderstands our relationship. Speaking of Mr. Jason, I found out that he and Alex used to be best buddies. They had a falling out a few years ago, and nobody knows what happened. All everyone knows is that they hate each other, or rather Mr. Jason hates Alex. Alex claims to have no problems with Mr. Jason. I plan to still be friends with Alex even though Mr. Jason hates him or would kill me if he found out.

I arrive at Mr. Crawford’s house; I walk to the back where the pool is. I actually came today to use his pool.

“How are you doing today, dear,” Mr. Crawford says once I walk outside to the poolside. I told him I was coming to use his pool today, so he is already here waiting for me. 

“I am good, and you?” I say, dropping my bag on the table beside the beach chair.

“I am also d