068“Wait—” Andrea started.But it was too late.The door swung open, and Lucas jumped down, his small feet hitting the ground fast. Without looking back, he ran.Straight into the school compound.“Lucas!” Andrea called instinctively.But the boy was already gone, his small body weaving past the gate, past the guard, into the open space beyond.Andrea stepped out quickly, closing the car door behind him.“Stay here,” he told his driver and guard.“Yes, sir,” they replied.Andrea adjusted his coat slightly and walked in after Lucas, his steps longer, faster now.Inside the school, the air was thick, different from before.Parents stood around.Some were whispering.Some were pacing.Teachers moved about, their faces tight.And not too far from the waiting area, Isabella sat down.Her hands were clenched around her phone.Her phone rang suddenly, the sound cutting through the tension.She blinked, startled, then quickly looked at the screen.“Ethan…” she whispered.She stood up slowly,
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