The Next Step: Riley's Journey

Chapter 8

Emily's POV

My mom was here in 10 minutes flat. Once she entered with dad, they came straight over to me and hugged me. Then Kate and Chris got chairs for everyone, and we all sat down to set things straight.

Kate: So, does anyone know any reason why James and Riley would want to run away?

West: I'm not sure why James would run away

Eldon: Yeah, his life has been going great

Chris: Ok, um... Michelle, do you know any reason why Riley would leave?

Chris asked Michelle since she was Riley's best friend.

Michelle: Umm

Michelle's voice went high. She knows something.

Kate: Michelle.

Kate states in a no nonsense voice.

Michelle sighed deeply.

Michelle: Okay, well, Riley has been getting a little fed up, of umm, Emily bossing her around.

Everyone turned to look at me and my eyes went wide.

Me: Wha-! I never boss her around!

Daniel: Well, you kinda do.

The rest of A-troupe nodded and mumbled in agreement.

I.Was.Speechless.

My parents looked like they had seen a ghost.

I chased my sister away.