I wake up an hour before my alarm is even set to go off. I have not been sleeping well, knowing that 20-some people know the thing I was trying to keep away for so long.

My wish is really just that I don't get treated differently, like before. Everything happened a year ago, and I have had time to put myself back together. I can barely tell the story, let alone think about the moment I figured out, without my eyes at least watering.

I think it is good I told someone, but I wish it wasn't so many people. "Beatrice?" Caleb whispers, pushing open my door.

I rub my eyes, "Yes Caleb?"

"I couldn't sleep, I was wondering if you could talk with me."

"Of course bubby." I say with a grin.

I move over, and he sits beside me. "My mind has been racing lately. There's this girl...

I sit up, my eyes wide, "Really! What's her name?"

"Susan Black. She is so perfect, kind, beautiful, smart. I just don't know how to approach her."

I scrunch up my nose, "Blonde hair Susan? Super innocent face and a square jaw?"

He nods, raising an eyebrow, "Why? Do you not like her?"

I shake my head, "Oh, no. She is actually like a girl version of you. It's just that... She knows about Dad."

He groans, and puts his head in his hands, "How? I don't want her pity dating me."

I run my arm, "We were skipping check in at free period, and had a huge Candor or Dauntless game. It just came up."

He sighs, "Well there is nothing we can do about it now, I am still asking her out."

I smile, "I'm sorry bro. I'm positive she likes you no matter what."

He gives me a hug, and returns to his room. I pull out my phone, baffled at the text I have gotten.

Naturally, I respond to Christina first.
She was so sweet.

Tris, I wanted 2 say I'm sorry. I'm not talking about ur Dad, I'm talking about how I reacted. It was so not cool. I promise I will not treat u any different 😘😘

I grin, that text warmed my heart.

Thank you Chrissy. I love you😘

The next text is from Uriah... and Zeke. It's a groupchat

Tris, it's Uricorn. I wanted to say, we are sorry. I know it's tough, and I know you have apparently come a long way. We will support you through anything you need.

It's Zekey-Bear. Ditto to above, I am basically your big brother, I have to help you through everything.

Thank you guys, really

I sigh, those two are really something.

Next is from Lynn, surprising.

Sorry and all, but like...suck it up. It's been long enough. Thanks 4 not bursting into tears, that would be awkward 

I laugh, that was so Lynn

Thanks😂 ily2 Lynny-poo

I go through a few more, until I longer on one from Four.

I open it, and I am...confused, to say the least.

Tris, would u mind if I drove u 2 school tmrw? I need 2 talk 2 u

It was sent last night, so I reply immediately.

That's fine...asshole.

He starts typing back immediately

Thank you...bitch

I grin, biting my lip. Damn, that's a nasty habit.

I finally get up, done going through the countless messages.

I still have more than enough time to get ready, so I take it slow. Caleb has toasted some bagels with cream cheese, so I take one from him. I he doesn't even care.

I sit on the couch, staring at the blank television. My mouth mindlessly chews.

When I am finished, I head upstairs, still having more than enough time to shower.

I get some clothes, and set them out on my bed. The shower is long, and the warm water feels like heaven on my skin. I even shave my legs... but only up to where my shorts will end.

When I get out, I blow dry my hair and put it up in a high pony. I do minimal makeup, and go out into my main room to get clothes on.

As soon as I am about to drop the towel, the door busts open. I scream, and fall flat on my ass, the towel barely covering me.

"OH JESUS I'M SORRY TRIS" Caleb yells, and runs out of the room.

I groan and stand up, this time locking the door. I finally get changed into black, acid wash shorts and an ombre, longsleeve crop top. I have to say, since meeting Christina, my style has evolved.

I still opt to put on a baggie sweatshirt,just for Miss. Matthews class. She would scream if she saw my stomach, because it's so scandalous.

I put on some black flip flops and grab my backpack before going back downstairs.

Caleb is sitting on the couch, watching some TV. We still have 20 minutes till we leave, and we are both all ready.

I text Four

Hey, when r u going to pick me up🤔

Actually r u ready yet? I wanted 2 stop by The Pit 4 some coffee.

Absolutely! I'll come over

Ok

I turn off my phone, and get my stuff together. "Caleb, Four is taking me to school today."

He raises and eyebrow, "Why so early?"

"We are going to stop by The Pit." I tell him, going for the front door.

"Ok, don't get into any trouble!" He jokes.

I wave and go outside. The temperature is 80's, and there is a very nice breeze coming through. I definitely think my outfit fit the weather.

Four comes outside of his house, and there is a loud yell. The door slams, and he comes storming out.

I jog over, "What the hell was that about?" 

He is startled to see me, and then his face softens. 

"Marcus...er...Dad. He is just an ass." He mutters. 

I laugh, "I see where you get it from then." 

He chuckles stiffly, like he is not all the way here, "Come on, we better get going or we won't have enough time." 

I get into the passenger seat of his jeep, which I have grown fond of. After riding in it a few times, I have come to love the leather scent of the seats, and the feel. Four pulls out of the driveway.

"So what did you need to talk about?" I ask, leaning back. 

He hesitates, "Well if you can't tell, Lauren and I broke up." 

My jaw drops, "For real! I thought you guys were the bitchy couple of the school!" 

He shakes his head, "Yeah, well let's face it. Lauren is such a slut, and I think I just wanted somebody to fill that space." 

I laugh, "I have only been at this school for a week and a half, and I knew that the first day." 

He grins, "Of course. I just felt like I was starting to get, a few  friends. Zeke and Uriah have been awesome, inviting me to hang. I am feeling a lot better. You guys are being really nice even though I have been the worst man in the world my whole life." 

"You are still an asshole, you know." I say, punching his arm playfully. 

"And you will always be a bitch." He responds. 

We pull into the parking lot, and walk into the shop. It is dimly lit, with graffiti and art covering the walls. This place looks like a hipsters dream, but I think it really just looks beautiful. 

Four leads me up to the counter, and I look at the menu. "Hey, welcome to The Pit! What can I get you two?" The cashier asks. 

"I would like a triple chocolate mocha and... 3 chocolate croissants." Four orders. 

I step up, "Can I get a caramel frappe and a blueberry muffin?" I ask. 

The lady nods, "Sure thing! That'll be $20.36" 

Wow, this is expensive. Well, Four did get 3 croissants... I go to grab my wallet, but Four holds my hand down and hands her his debit card. "Seriously, I can pay for my own." I insist.

 He shakes his head, "I asked you to come, so I should pay." 

I sigh, letting him take it. We get our drinks and sit down in a corner. "So, was there more than just you broke up with the Wicked Witch of the West?" I ask, sipping on my frappe. 

He nods, "Okay, yeah. Well we were supposed to go to this ice cream making thing on Saturday, but I still have the extra 2 tickets, so do you want to come? You can invite another friend too." 

I light up, "Of course! Christina would probably love to come." 

He grins, "That will be fun, third wheeling with your girlfriend." 

I laugh, "Christina is not my girlfriend. We are just close!" 

He rolls his eyes, "You guys are like, never apart. I wouldn't be surprised if she was spying on us right now." 

I laugh, "Okay, okay. Still, you are going to have fun to. Maybe you could even start hanging out with our group." 

He smirks, "Sure. That would be fun." 

I look into his eyes, smiling, "You aren't so bad, Four" 

"You either, tiny one." 

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