To Wake Up From a Nightmare

Vero found her cell phone, and she was pulling it out of her bag when someone crossed the side hall and stopped when he saw them.

“What are you doing here? Isn’t the lecture over?”

A tall, thin man like a dry tree in winter appeared and gave Vero goosebumps. Looks like it’s one of the campus staff. His appearance and face reminded Vero of Ms. Caroline. Both were pale-faced and seemed to have no feelings.

All the girls were shocked and the arrogant attitude they had shown to Vero just now disappeared.

“We’re taking Vero for a walk, introducing her to the campus area,” said Mia. The lies she told were so smooth that Vero wanted to compliment her.

“You can do it tomorrow, at lunchtime,” the man said in an even tone. He barely even opened his mouth as he said it.

“Okay, Mr. James,” said Ava.

Mr. James glanced at Vero. “You’re the new student? Verona Windward?” he asked.

“Yes, sir,” Vero answered, nodding.

Mr. James gave Vero an appraising look from head to toe.

“I hope you’ve read and mem