"Today is the day Caden Miller takes his last breath!" Ruby exclaimed, her voice dripping with contempt, as she stormed through the crowded corridor, causing heads to turn and whispers to spread. The students watched her in awe, some even recognizing her as the girl from the recent Instagram prank video that had gone viral among the Junior Class. Laughter followed in her wake, but Ruby paid no heed to the onlookers. Her sole focus was finding the person responsible for her seething anger.Luke, panting to keep up with her determined pace, huffed from behind, attempting to reason with her. "Ruby, I know I promised to stand by your side in all your ventures, but I didn't expect one of them to involve ending up in jail."Ignoring his remark, Ruby continued striding with purpose, scanning the campus in search of Caden. The disapproving stares and mocking glances she received from her peers only fueled the fire of fury within her. Her anger had reached its peak, and she declared with a tou

She splashed the cool water onto her face, hoping it would help alleviate the lingering warmth in her cheeks. Taking a deep breath, Ruby attempted to calm herself down."It's not a big deal, Ruby," she muttered to her reflection, trying to reassure herself. "He only called you Darling." But deep down, she couldn't shake off the confusion and frustration. Just a few days ago, he had fat-shamed her, and now he was using endearing nicknames. It was baffling and contradictory.Gazing at her reflection, she groaned, struggling to make sense of it all. "What does it even mean?" she questioned herself. The sudden shift in his behavior left her puzzled and uneasy. She wasn't sure how to interpret his actions, and the conflicting emotions within her were difficult to handle.Realizing she had spent enough time contemplating in the bathroom, Ruby decided to return to her previous activities, hunger pangs reminding her of her need for sustenance. However, as she reached for the door, her arm was

Monday arrived sooner than Ruby would have liked. Fortunately, she had spent her weekend with her sister, indulging in their favorite guilty pleasure—binge-watching Gossip Girl and engaging in endless chatter about trivial matters. It was a blissful escape, allowing her to temporarily forget the challenges of being away from her family and adjusting to a new school. Yet, with the start of a new week, reality swiftly reminded her of its presence.Ruby received a summons from Mrs. Cooper, and her heart sank. The news of an incident in the canteen had already reached her ears, and she braced herself for the consequences. However, this time Mrs. Cooper decided to give her a stern warning, allowing her to escape with just a warning. The phrase "misbehavior isn't tolerated here" echoed in her mind, and Ruby couldn't help but wonder about the principal's own teenage days. There was a mischievous glint in Mrs. Cooper's eyes whenever she heard of pranks played on Mr. Smith, hinting at a rebell

"I can't believe I have to spend three hours like this," Ruby murmured under her breath, her lips downturned. She had a sinking feeling that she would come to regret her decision to come to the movie.Caden, with his intentional choice, had taken a seat right beside her. The seating arrangement was as follows: Daniel, Joan, Olivia, Florence, Caden, Ruby, and Luke at the corner. They had bought popcorn buckets and drinks, but Florence had already finished hers even before the movie began. She snatched Daniel's bucket with a disdainful scoff and remained silent throughout.For Ruby, the experience was far from enjoyable. They laughed at the jokes delivered by the actors, but the romantic scenes were particularly challenging for her to endure. Caden's constant gaze in her direction made her heart race, and she struggled to resist the temptation to look back at him, almost failing multiple times.During the intermission, most of them left to grab another round of popcorn, fortunately incl

Daniel continued pouring out his feelings, his voice filled with a mix of vulnerability and gratitude. "You understand me like nobody else does. You saw this coming, didn't you?" Frustration laced his words as he ran his fingers through his hair, his exasperation evident. "I don't say it often, but I want you to know that I consider myself incredibly lucky to have you by my side, always."Florence couldn't contain her joy and affection for him, her cheeks dimpling with a wide smile. She reached over and pinched his cheeks gently, her eyes welling up with happy tears. "Same pinch! You're truly the only constant presence in my life," she declared, her voice filled with genuine warmth.In response, he pulled her into a tight embrace, their bodies pressed close. Florence melted into his arms, resting her chin on his shoulder blade, cherishing the comforting closeness they shared. The embrace symbolized their unwavering bond and the depth of their connection.Suddenly, his tentative voice