Thirteen Days Ago

Thirteen days ago Courtney called her fat. Twelve days ago Paige skipped school because she couldn’t stop crying. Eleven days ago she wore a watch to cover her fresh wounds. Ten days ago Paige couldn’t get out of bed. Nine days ago Courtney’s insults reached Paige over the internet. Eight days ago Paige ate her lunch hidden in the school’s toilets. Seven days ago Courtney spent maths period spreading rumours. Six days ago Paige received detention for skipping gym class. Five days ago Courtney teased Paige about her flabby shape anyway. Four days ago Courtney declared Fridays to be pick on Paige day.

Three days ago Paige began playing with fire.
Two days ago she stole cans of gasoline.
One day ago Paige burned that fucking school down.