Page 22 - SAMPLE Looking for Emily

“Lily Hargan, where on earth are you?”
“I’m really sorry, Mum. I meant to call.”
“I’ve been worried sick about you.”
“I know, I’m sorry. I meant to phone but I forgot. I’m
. . . just hanging out with a friend.”
“A friend?” Her mum’s voice filled with undisguised
happiness. “I thought you didn’t like anyone in Edge?” “Er, yeah, she’s a new friend.”
“Who is she?”
“Er, her name is Emily. She’s . . . in my class at school.” “Well, that’s lovely, sweetheart. I’m glad you’re
settling in.”
Lily rubbed her forehead. “Yeah, it’s great.”
“I’m just starting on dinner, so . . .”
“Yeah, I’ll leave now. Be home soon.”
“We’ve got plenty here, so you’re welcome to invite
Emily along.”
“No!” yelled Lily. She cleared her throat and forced
her voice back down to a reasonable level. “No, she can’t today. She’s having dinner with her family.”
“Oh. Next time then. She’s always welcome. I’d like to meet her.”
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