Narrative Essay On Ellen Hopkin's Book 'Impulse'

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Things had been tense all day long. So, needless to say things had been quite boring for the duration of the day. We were packing our things today, minus the clothes we needed - so that we could head home Saturday morning.
After packing up the majority of my things, I spent my time finishing my homework and re-reading Ellen Hopkin's book, Impulse. It was one of my favorite books, and at the moment it resided with me. But after finishing the book I had needed to clear my mind, so I had set out for a run.

I was walking in from that run when I spotted Brinley, quietly talking with Avery in the kitchen. Set on ignoring them both I head for the hallway.

"Kenna, wait."
I pause and turn to look at
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"I'm aware," Ashton says easily.

Mason frowns at him.
"Why would you buy from Drew of all people?"
Ashton gives him a grim look and sighs.
"He knew that Kenna was here. She didn't look to thrilled when she mentioned him so when I heard he was looking for her I bought his supply to keep him away."

I let out a deep breath and look at Caleb who is watching me.
"Kenna, why wouldn't you want to see Drew?"
"It's complicated," I whisper.
Mason squeezes my waist and Caleb nods.
"I see that considering you have the King brothers protecting you. But he's been talking about you. He's always talked about you. When you left and deleted us all off of Facebook and then blocked our numbers . . . it wasn't just Drew you were hurting."

"Trust me when I say it's better that way," I say steadily.
"He may have promised Ashton for tonight, but I guarantee he'll find you again, Kennady. It's only a matter of time."

He turns and walks off, leaving us alone for the time being.

"I forget one thing and have to remember another," I mumble, rubbing my temples.
"How about we go out back?" Mason asks.
I nod, "Alright, but if I see -"
"He'll stay away," Ashton says

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