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Chapter 28

Author: Babyesther
last update Last Updated: 2025-10-22 02:09:14

CARTER

I was never one to linger around after lectures, in fact, I had built a habit of leaving immediately after the last question was answered. But lately, I was slacking and I knew but I didn't change immediately, not today.

I walked out of the classroom that afternoon and caught up to Eli. He had that familiar black satchel slung over his shoulder.

“Eli… Rivera” I called out before I could stop myself.

He froze and glanced over his shoulder. “Professor” he looked around.

“Do you have a moment?” I gestured for us to move to a corner.

He hesitated at first then nodded.

The sun was already dipping behind the trees and I caught a faint reflection of the soft amber light in Eli’s eyes.

I cleared my throat, keeping my tone professional, “I wanted to talk to you about the department bulletin”

“What about it?”

“Uhm well.. Your essay… specifically the one you wrote a few weeks ago”

Eli shifted slightly, “Was there an issue with it?”

“No,” I said too quickly “it's quite the opposite”

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    Eli.I hadn't slept much during the night. I lay on my side, staring at the wall listening to the soft hum of the refrigerator in the kitchen. My small apartment made it easy to hear the faint sounds.Maya’s plan replayed in my head over and over again.It sounded simple, but I don't think it was.When morning came, my chest was tight. But it had nothing to do with panic, but rather, exhaustion. I showered longer than usual, letting the water run hot against my shoulders, grounding myself in the sensation.In front of the mirror, I placed my palm over my scars and let out a deep breath.You're still here, I told myself.School was normal, not like I was expecting anything unusual. I know school wouldn't change for everyone just because I had my own problems.I walked passed the coffee stand that Liam had spilled coffee on me and instantly hated the new set of faces I saw there. I decided to take a different route.Maya had texted me too “You good”“I’m here” I replied.The first class

  • His office my rules    Chapter 61

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  • His office my rules    Chapter 60

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  • His office my rules    Chapter 59

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  • His office my rules    Chapter 57

    CARTER.I smiled at the files before me, a little victory. Even though it was temporary, it was still real.The first court hearing on the Maybel health facility case had gone well, even better than expected. I leaned back and rubbed a hand over my face.My phone buzzed and it was Dante.“Dante” I answered.“Just checking in” he said, “One more victory left and the Facility case is over”“Yeah. I'm looking at the files right now”“That's what I like to hear. Don't get comfortable yeah”There was a pause, “You sound tired”I glanced at the clock, it wasn't late yet, but the day was far spent. “I have had a long week”“Look, you’re doing a good job and that's all that matters. Try to remember that”“I will. Thanks”A knock came to my door.Then another one. I frowned, I hadn't scheduled anyone for today.“I've got someone at the door.” I said “I’ll call you back”“Anytime” Dante replied and the call ended.The knock came again, but softer. This time, I stood and moved across the office

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