I felt my eyes water. They felt hot. I opened up my mouth but no noise came out. I felt Michael and John's strong arms pry back my small boney arms. I heard Michael cry my name, saying stop, but i couldn't control myself. I had to go running at her, making it all stop. I watched as my superb best friend say yes to the most dreadful, rebellious boy in my town. they are now in a relationship. my innocent best friend is dating the 13 year old that has already been arrested. twice. my innocent best friend is dating the 13 year old pot smoker. my innocent best friend is dating the 13 year old that's in the office every day for cutting class. i felt John whisper in my ear "Kierstin, if Mackenzie wants to follow in his steps let her. Let her get in trouble for skipping class and smoking cigarettes at our age. watch her crumble and fall." I started bawling. I can't watch or bear think about it. I can't watch my best friend grow up and leave me. i can't watch my best friend get in trouble for being someone who she really isn't.