Chapter 8

The corridors of Willowbrook High were abuzz with a lively atmosphere as the sun cast its bright rays over the city. Students hurriedly traversed the hallways, their laughter and footsteps filling the air. Engaged in animated conversations, some of them exchanged the latest gossip, their voices carrying snippets of intriguing stories. In the midst of this bustling scene, a handful of students were captivated by a prank video shared on the class Instagram page, actively liking and commenting on it.

Amidst the flurry of activity, Caden stood apart, lost in his own thoughts. His mind was consumed by one person alone: Ruby. He couldn't fathom how he had failed to notice her approaching him, ready to administer either a stinging slap or a barrage of venomous words.

The culprit responsible for posting the video on their Instagram page was Daniel. Caden wondered if Ruby had stumbled upon it yet. Retrieving his phone from his jeans pocket, he swiftly accessed the account they co-owned, only t