The five of them ate ice cream sundaes, laughed, and had a good time. It was almost like old times. It was fun. So are you really going on the trek tomorrow? Matt asked Steve. Jeremy watched intently as Steve squirmed in his chair a little. Yeah, I think so. You know what? We would do better without you, Jeremy said. Can’t you get out of it? I’ll talk to your dad if you want. The issues between Jeremy and Steve were back on the table. There was no avoiding them. I want him there! Jesse protested. Me too, piped in Matt. Well, don’t get your hopes up. I’m trying to get out of it. Steve smiled. If I can, I will. You hate these treks, and we love ’em, Jeremy said. Stay away. It’s better for all of us. Steve sheepishly admitted, I’ve been bribed.
If I keep my nose clean and go this last time on the campout, treasure hunt, trek, or whatever you want to call it, my dad will buy me a new bike. What happened to the one you had? Jeremy asked. It was almost brand new. It’s a long story. Steve watched Jesse...
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