Chapter 6
The next day, Deanna tries to get hold of Jason, but can't. Later, she is surprised at work by the arrival of Darren, Stacy and April, who stop by briefly just so Deanna can see them together. Meanwhile, Darren is surprised to see Deanna working with Tommy and threatens to hurt Tommy if he ever touches Deanna again, but Deanna says she's handling it. Later, Deanna realizes that she no longer hates Tommy, and feels better about herself than she has in a long time. That night, Stacy picks Deanna up from work, and as they're driving home, thanks her for talking with Darren. Deanna repeats Lee's comment (Chapter 1) that everyone has something they'd like to change, and Stacy agrees, adding (to Deanna's surprise) that Darren respects her and thinks she could do well at college. Parked outside the house for a moment....
