Chapter 25 Rivalry Day

Kai

The thumbs-up is still the last thing in the chat.

I stare at it for a few seconds.

Then a few more.

That’s it.

One stupid thumbs-up.

Not even an “okay.”

Or “see you on Monday.”

No “good luck.”

I’ve spent the entire week staring at it like there’s a hidden message buried inside. 

I scr...