Damon’s POV I slowed my pace as I approached her, my mind buzzing with Maurice’s words. “My mom says you’re very important in my life.”It kept ringing in my head, until I was in front of her. She forced a smile, the kind that made it clear she wasn’t interested in whatever had brought me to her. “Clara,” I said carefully, trying to keep my tone neutral, “you’ve been absent for a couple of days. How are you and Maurice doing?”Her eyes lifted to me briefly, then dropped back to her phone. She seemed so immersed in it, as if she couldn’t live without it.“We’re fine, Damon,” she finally answered, her voice flat. “Nothing to worry about.” From the way she said it, it was obvious she wasn’t just busy, but deliberately acting cold. I just wanted to know they were okay, not start a fight.“You’re sure, Clara?” I pressed gently, my voice low. “The principal says Maurice is missing school. I just want to be sure everything’s alright.” She snorted softly, not holding back in showing her
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