**Cahaya (POV) **
[Kaarmanet, Academy]
It is funny how Vann’s little action at caring for me can make a swarm of butterflies flutter in my belly. That was why, when Jay teased, I asked him to carry me but the funny banter soured when my dumb mate opened his mouth and spoke about his girl. I knew he felt bad instantly and didn’t want to drag it further but I had to comfort Jay too, I saw how hard he was trying to get Frith to open up to him but to no avail so far.
“Just give her some time Jay, she’ll open up to you. She’s been through so much and her fears are justified.” I told him after kicking my mate as we walked ahead.
“I know they’re justified. It just pains me to see her like that and how she instantly gets nervous the moment she notices me.” Jay sighed and Kiah babbled in his
