When the bell rang, the students began to pack their things. Layla cast a quick glance at Damian, her heart pounding with every second. Larson caught her eyes and gave the faintest nod before moving to intercept Betha, who was already half rising from her seat because she didn't spot Damian. Last time she saw him was with the girl, the girl she didn't know why made her blood boil.“Lady Betha,” Larson said smoothly, blocking her path, “you forgot this.” He held out a parchment, his grin infuriatingly casual.Betha frowned. “That’s not mine.”“Isn’t it? My mistake then,” Larson said, deliberately taking his time to fold it back. His tone was just slow enough to stall her as Layla and Damian slipped out of the room.Outside, the sun was warm, the air crisp. Layla led Damian beneath the shade of an old oak tree where a stone bench rested, hidden from the main path. She turned, facing him, her palms clammy and her heart thundering.“All right,” Damian said, folding his arms. “What is it y
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