In Chapter 7, Olive is still reeling from the coffee incident. After that embarrassing moment, she's starting to feel like maybe Adam is actually into her too. They continue working on their project, and Olive finds herself looking forward to their study sessions more than ever.
One day, they decide to take a break and go for a walk outside. It's nice and relaxing, and Olive starts to feel more at ease with Adam. They talk about their families, and Olive opens up about her life. Adam shares some of his own struggles too, and it makes her feel closer to him. It's like they're becoming real friends, and it's awesome.
But then, Olive overhears some students gossiping about her and Adam, and she feels a wave of panic. What if everyone thinks they're really dating? She starts to doubt everything, worried that her friends will judge her. That night, she can't sleep, and she's filled with uncertainty about what to do next.
Reflection:
Chapter 7 was super emotional! I felt so bad for Olive when she overheard the gossip. It's hard when everyone has an opinion, and it made me think about how tough it can be to be in a fake relationship. I really hope she can just be honest with herself and everyone else soon!