Rowan’s Pov Rowan’s heart hammered against her ribs as she stared down the long, polished hallway of Silvercrest Academy, acutely aware that every single step brought her closer to the mandatory team meeting. The missing black case containing her scent suppressants felt like a heavy stone pressing into the bottom of her backpack, even though it wasn't there at all; the terrifying reality was that Bianca Wolfe now held it. "Rowan, keep up," Asher’s voice cut through her spiraling panic, low and steady as he fell into step beside her. She forced her features to relax, offering a tight, unconvincing nod. "I'm right here." Neither of them knew that across the courtyard, Bianca was already weaving her narrative, preparing to tear down everything Rowan had bled for. When they entered the massive lecture hall, the first line players were already gathered around the front row. Coach Brooks stood at the chalkboard, his arms crossed over his chest, mapping out upcoming exhibition matches.
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