Chapter 109

Juniper rejected Maya's invitation again. "I don't mind getting wrinkles. At my age, who wouldn't have them? You might even have more than me someday." An awkward smile flickered on Maya's face. Recovering quickly, she asked, "Even if you're not interested in seeing Brenda, James is there too. I heard their university is hosting an event. Brenda mentioned James is representing them." "I see James every day," Juniper replied. "He said the event clashes with his studies. If you're interested, you can attend yourself." "Juniper, what has gotten into you? You've been avoiding me." Juniper had held back anger with every call from Maya. Since discovering she'd been used, Juniper felt a deep aversion. She politely declined each invitation, leading Maya to believe she was being avoided. "Why would I avoid you? You're the one keeping your distance. People only hide when they're afraid of something." Confused, Maya wondered about the animosity. She was convinced of a misunderstanding. Besi