Lydia sighed softly, a little unsure about all this before looking at the Maitlands. Both had been so kind and caring to her that she knew it would hurt their feelings if she didn't go. "Fine. I'll give it a try." She said with a little brave smile. 

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"I can't do this." 

Lydia had just been dropped off at the school, students swarming around like ants on an anthill. "There's no way I'm going to survive the day." She added. Things turned worse when she heard a familiar voice. 

"Hey, Nate. Isn't that Psycho Girl from the mall?" Zach asked.