Where did I go?

Mikey's comment is weird. Him and Drew are good friends. Aren't they?

Mike runs his hands through his hair. "I guess we can talk more and figure stuff out when you come home."

I bite my lip and nod. I guess if we are married we are living together, too. Super weird. I wonder what my, er our, place looks like...

Mom stands up from her chair. "Valerie is coming home with us. She can take time to relax and figure everything out. Maybe she can even find a job near the house."

My parents never liked Mikey much. He's a "bad influence" on their little girl. Little do they know I can outdrink him, the only one at school that can.

Dr. Spiel tries to ease the tension in the room. "Actually, it's a good idea for Valerie to get back into her normal routine. A lot of times seeing familiar items and places and faces help someone remember things. I would advise she returns to her home with Mr. Fuentes, at least for a little while. We can reevaluate later on."

Mom looks pissed. Her mouth opens but then closes again. She kisses me on the forehead then drags Dad out of the room. I can hear her shriek as soon as the door closes.

"Did they go to wedding?" I mumble.

Mike smiles weakly. "Nope." I shake my head.

The doctor explains that they are keeping me overnight for observations, but I can go home tomorrow. Mike will collect me at ten. She goes into explaining the medication I have to take and the side effects and all the other stuff wrong with me. I start to get a headache and her voice fades. Mike, however, seems to be listening closely. When she's done talking, Mike says his goodbyes. Before leaving, he glances at me one last time. There's hurt behind his eyes. I hate seeing my best friend like that.

Dr. Spiel and the nurse do some routine stuff and then leave me to think. It's been a rough day. How could I lose so much time? How could I lose myself? And Mikey? Really? It's funny to see where people end up.

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