Whispers of a Second Chance
My smile felt strained, a mask I hastily donned to hide the discomfort that threatened to spill over.
"Nice to see you two," I chirped, plastering a smile on my face that felt as genuine as a plastic flower. My insides churned with a mix of anxiety and resentment. I was a terrible actress, and the forced cheerfulness felt like a costume I was desperately trying to pull off.
"You look like you are not happy at all," Laxus observed, his voice laced with a hint of amusement. My smile faltered, the facade cracking under his scrutiny.