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Intertwined by Gena Showalter
Chapter 5
Written by Krystal
The day had begun like any other for Mary Ann, except thoughts of Aden kept creeping into her brain. Penny had admitted to giving Aden her number, but he had yet to call in over a week. Already he had screwed with her mind, making her sure that Tucker was the best option for a boyfriend; Tucker always made her feel pretty, but he didn’t consume her, the way Aden had. With a sigh she trudged downstairs and greeted her dad in the usual manner before heading off toward school.
The minute she exited her house Mary Ann noticed the ginormously large black wolf lying in the shade. She tried to back away and go back inside, but the best jumped between her and the door. Again she backed away, but this time she tripped over her backpack and landed on the ground. The wolf hopped on her, paws digging her shoulders into the ground. After some sniffing, the animal let her up and motioned for her to leave. She dragged her backpack to safety and grabbed her cell. The beast shook its head; there’s no way t could know what she was doing. Before she could push the last 1 in 911, the beast jumped and snagged the phone from her hand. Whatever the wolf wanted, it meant her no harm and as he lead the way, Mary Ann followed.
Somehow the wolf knew the way to her school and when Crossroads High finally came into view she breathed a sigh of relief. When Tucker’s truck sped by the wolf dropped her phone and backed away. When he was far enough away Mary Ann grabbed the phone and darted for Tucker’s truck door.
Tucker was surprised by May Ann’s sudden urge to join him in the truck, but when she became lost in thought about how strange it was that Tucker had ever asked her out, he made a joke. They emerged and Mary Ann immediately searched the trees for the wolf; he was nowhere to be found. Tucker pulled her along toward his crew, who like always ignored her, and talked about the new kids.
The school was abuzz and by the time she made it to chemistry she knew that the new kids were juniors and male. One was tall with dark hair and black eyes, her thoughts jumped to Aden again, and the other was black with green eyes, just like her wolf. It wasn’t until history class that Mary Ann got her first glimpse of Shannon. She slid in next to him and gave a warning about Tucker and his crew’s love of torturing new kids and then claimed her rightful seat.
Mary Ann also shared Computer Science with Shannon, but Tucker and Shane were also there. Not long after class had started Shane motioned Tucker toward Shannon and Tucker excused himself to the restroom, only he never actually went. Tucker peered through the classroom door and gave the signal for Shane to throw a snake in Shannon’s lap. With a fright, Shannon jumped from his seat with a scream as the snake slithered away. Mary Ann looked at Tucker, still in the doorway, who was smiling with Shane at their job well done.
Characters Involved
Mary Ann Gray
Mr. Gray
Wolf
Tucker Harbor
Shane Weston
Nate Dowling
Mr. Klein
Shannon Ross
Mr. Thompson
Ms. Goodwin
Brittany Buchannan
Brianna Buchannan
Characters Mentioned
Aden Stone
Penny Parks
Mrs. Gray
Anne
Dobi
Christy Hayes
Michelle
Shonna
Principal White
Dan Reeves
Places Visited
Mary Ann’s House
Crossroads High School
Memorable Quotes
Mary Ann: When he smiled like that his entire face lit up and she could see why her friends crushed on him. (Page 78)
Mary Ann: For many years, Mary Ann had resented him for the possibility. Her sweet mother hadn’t worked, had stayed home and taken care of Mary Ann, the house and all the chores. But when she had died, his utter despondency convinced May Ann of his innocence. Plus, he’s been alone now for several years. He hadn’t gone on a single date. Hadn’t even glanced at another woman. (Page 79)
Mr. Gray: “I know,” he said softly. “I’m glad. She was an amazing woman who turned this house into a home.” (Page 80)
Mr. Gray: Sighing, he checked his watch. “You’d better get going. A tardy will ruin your perfect record.”
Mary Ann: Classic Dr. Gray. When he wasn’t getting the results he wanted, he sent her away so that he could strategize and resume the argument later with a new plan of attack.
Mary Ann stood. “Love you, Dad. I look forward to winning round two when you get home.” She gathered her backpack and, with a wave, strolled to the front door.
Mr. Gray: He chuckled. “I don’t deserve you, you know?”
Mary Ann: “I know.” (Page 82)
Mary Ann: Mary Ann lost the threads of her own humiliation. No wonder he’d sent her away. He didn’t like conversing with people. It embarrassed him. (Page 91-92)
Questions for consideration:
Do you think that the wolf could indeed be Shannon? If not, who?
What do you think about the way Tucker and his crew treated Shannon?
Is there anything else in this chapter you’d like to discuss with everyone else?
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