peters out on the high notes, and the low ones suddenly come out too strong.
But it doesn’t mean Caitlin needs to giggle.
The teacher seems to think so too. He shoots Caitlin a dirty look.
‘Everyone’s just trying their best here – it’s not competitive,’ he says.
Caitlin smirks. ‘Even though some people are better than others.’ She sticks out her chest. Caitlin, Becky notices, is wearing a cleavage-enhancing bra. But the teacher doesn’t look in that direction at all. His gaze remains firmly at eye level.
‘Some people may be naturally gifted, but this summer school is for everyone. I’ll let you know later what parts you’ve got, if any.’
Becky doesn’t know why, but she suspects she might end up with a bigger part than Caitlin. She hopes she doesn’t.
Andy makes to leave, and Becky quickens her pace to follow him.
‘Hey,’ she says.
But before he can reply, the teacher calls her back.
‘Becky, can I have a moment?’
Reluctantly, Becky holds back. She sees Caitlin and Andy exchange a meaningful glance. Becky doesn’t know the meaning, but Andy looks sad.
Becky stands in front of the teacher, arms folded round her music.
‘Becky, are you OK with being on this course?’ the teacher asks her. ‘I don’t want anyone to feel like they’re being tortured.’
Becky shrugs.
‘Come on, I mean it. I’ll give you a part in the show because, well, everyone’s paid up and it’s meant to be fun. But I don’t want it to stress you out.’
Becky debates whether to have the long conversation or the short one. She wants to follow Andy, find out where the connection went overnight. She’ll go for the short one.
‘I’m fine, honestly,’ she says. ‘See you later.’
‘OK, if you’re sure. Take care of yourself, OK?’
The teacher gives her the briefest of touches on the shoulder. She’s surprised it makes her spine tingle. Suddenly, she wishes she’d gone for the longer conversation. But it’s too late. Already, she’s headed towards the door, Andy in her sights.
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