Ellie's POV"You should stop behaving like a baby, Ellie," Professor Bernie Halstead chides me and takes his seat again. The previous gesture was just to make me feel somewhat important. Though, I cannot judge his intentions, but a man like this one? Who screws college girls in hotel rooms? Anything can be possible with him."Well, we'll see who cries for mommy, Professor," I say, as a parting shot, with much scorn that I can muster. Then I walk out in him, feeling very conscious of my movements, in case the old worm tries to grab at me.He doesn't. Instead, he chuckles.I don't go up to my room. Too concerned about myself to do that first, and too worried about Professor Bernie sitting comfortably in the parlor. I turn corners and maneuver my way to Austin's study. I knock on the door, less polite than I should have.There is the usual delay, as if he is wondering if he should answer it or not."Who is it?" his voice is muffled behind the door."Ellie," I say, and walk in. At least,
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