"They're nothing but close-minded bullies then." Try to ignore that dull throb in her chest. Try not to wonder what this will be like if Sandy was smaller and had green eyes and her hair or his smile. "Don't let them get the best of you or push you too hard. It's what people like them attempted to do to so many people in the Deck in the past."

A sigh and she hugs Sandy tighter. A lot of people were still pushed down or sat on. Only a lucky few wiggled out to become something great. Andrea knew Sandy will be one of them. "Then it's settled. I'll help you then in Poker. If I can talk to my mother, I'll even get my old cards and games teacher to help you."