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Chapter 37.2: Phobia

Author: Sand Kastle
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ARDEN

A small sigh of relief escaped my lips as I nodded eagerly. “I’ll handle it really well, sir.”

Mr. Thompson pursed his lips before he finally nodded. “However, I am awarding points to the fastest swimmers today, so you’re missing out on that.”

“It’s alright, sir,” I replied without hesitation. It wasn’t as though I could earn the incentive even if I participated.

“Go to my office and get the papers,” he instructed, handing me the keys. “Then come back here to complete the task.”

I nodded, turning to Tessa, who offered me a subtle thumbs-up.

“I’ll get dressed,” she whispered before joining the others. Meanwhile, I made my way to the teacher’s office, a smile playing on my lips. I felt a wave of relief wash over me that Mr. Thompson hadn’t asked any further questions. I arrived promptly, as the gym was only a short distance from theirs.

The words “ONLY FACULTY ALLOWED” were plastered on the wall, and for a brief moment, I hesitated. However, empowered by the keys in my hand, I unl
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  • Bonds at War: The Untouched is Mine   Chapter 37.2: Phobia

    ARDENA small sigh of relief escaped my lips as I nodded eagerly. “I’ll handle it really well, sir.”Mr. Thompson pursed his lips before he finally nodded. “However, I am awarding points to the fastest swimmers today, so you’re missing out on that.”“It’s alright, sir,” I replied without hesitation. It wasn’t as though I could earn the incentive even if I participated.“Go to my office and get the papers,” he instructed, handing me the keys. “Then come back here to complete the task.”I nodded, turning to Tessa, who offered me a subtle thumbs-up.“I’ll get dressed,” she whispered before joining the others. Meanwhile, I made my way to the teacher’s office, a smile playing on my lips. I felt a wave of relief wash over me that Mr. Thompson hadn’t asked any further questions. I arrived promptly, as the gym was only a short distance from theirs.The words “ONLY FACULTY ALLOWED” were plastered on the wall, and for a brief moment, I hesitated. However, empowered by the keys in my hand, I unl

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