He Said Someone Like Him Would Never Date Me — So I Made Sure He Never Would

used when he wanted me to stop asking questions.

We got inside. The hostess waved us through like Derek belonged there, like he’d been here before. He walked ahead without looking back. I followed, heels clicking, clutching my little purse like it was armor.

Then I saw them. A cluster of people near the back—Derek’s circle. His friends from before me.continue reading …