The Price of A Bet
Vivian was at the front of the room, pacing as she spoke about the power of literature—how words could weave emotions, how stories could shape lives.
She had no idea she was shaping his.
“Literature is more than words on a page,” she said, glancing at the class. “It’s about emotion, about conflict, about the choices we make.”
Ethan smirked, leaning back in his chair. “Sounds a lot like life, doesn’t it, Ms. Hayes?”
Vivian’s eyes flicked to him, and he could see the challenge there. “Exactly, Ethan. That’s why stories resonate with us.”
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