Nick listened to Pam's excuse but he still couldn't help feeling guilty. It did feel like he'd done something insensitive, which he likely did. He honestly wanted to know about the rumours, but he should've known that it would be a sore point for a lot of people if it was true... Pam [i]had[/i] assured him that she was alright, but he couldn't help worrying.
"Well..." Nick said, trying to word it right. "Sorry if I said something I shouldn't have..."

Suddenly, a voice bellowed over the loudspeaker and Nick jumped, surprised at its loudness and spinning in the direction of its source. It was calling all students to the auditorium, apparently.
"Looks like we gotta go." Nick said to Pam. "Where's the auditorium again?"