Chapter 19

Sarah came into the school when Vera and Johnny were walking out of the baseball field. She glared at Johnny and wondered what had happened to Vera. She was ecstatic about this confrontation earlier today. Now, it didn't look like anything had happened. Anything like a tussle or a clash. They walked hand in hand like a couple. She feared Vera would end up getting herself killed. She went to them.

"V?"

Vera turned with Johnny. Her smile faded when she saw the grim face and the disappointed expression written all over her, "I can't fight him, Sarah. Don't say anything if that's what you came for."

"You shouldn't be with him. They'll kill Mrs. Damascus. They warned you about this!" She didn't mean to be audible, but Johnny still heard her.

"No. They won't. Whose side exactly are you on?" Johnny cut in. Speaking d