How to Ruin Your Boyfriend's Reputation (26 page)

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"Go," Avi whispers in my ear. "Before I'm tempted to go with you."

"Wait," I say, as Sergeant B-S bellows my name and orders me out of the tent. "What's your motto?"

Avi winks at me. "Look in your pockets when you get back tonight."

I hop in the back of the jeep Liron is driving. Sergeant B-S is sitting in the front seat next to her. I'm frantically searching for whatever Avi left for me in one of my pockets. I reach in and pull out a piece of crumpled paper. When I open it, Avi's Sayeret Tzefa medallion drops into my hand. I remember the words he said were etched on it:
Respect, Strength,
and
Honor.

Back at the campground, I take my headlight under my sleeping bag and examine the medallion. The paper the medallion was wrapped in has handwritten words on it: it's a note from Avi. Tears come to my
eyes
as I read the words over and over...

You'll always hold a part of me, Amy, whether we're together or not. Love, Avi

When I fall asleep that night, with the medallion in one hand and George II in the other, I know that even if Avi and I aren't together physically, nothing can keep us apart ever again. Well, except my dad... especially after he finds out Avi and I stayed at a hotel alone. Dodging that bullet will prove harder than dodging those paintballs.

This adventure called my life is never dull, that's for sure!

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About the Author

Simone Elkeles was born and raised in the Chicago area. She has a bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Illinois and a master's degree in Industrial Relations from Loyola University-Chicago. She was president and CEO of her own manufacturing company before selling it in 1999 to stay home with her children. Simone started writing young adult and historical fiction novels while raising her kids and has earned numerous writing awards for her work. She strives to write emotional stories that touch the lives of her readers.

Simone loves to hear from her readers! Contact her through her website at www.simoneelkeles.com.

Don't miss the first two books about Amy and Avi:

How to Ruin a Summer Vacation

and

How to Ruin My Teenage Life

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