Lila's POV
I had just stepped out of the restroom, still adjusting the strap of my bag on my shoulder, when I saw them. Abigail and her two friends were walking straight toward me down the hallway. My stomach dropped. I immediately lowered my head and tried to slip past them quickly, hoping they wouldn’t notice me.
But Abigail stepped right in front of me, blocking my way. Her friends moved to the sides, cornering me against the wall. My heart started beating faster. I felt a little scared — the way they were looking at me wasn’t friendly at all.
“What are you planning?” Abigail asked, her voice sharp. “I’m sure a poor girl like you wouldn’t come between them without a reason.”
I blinked, confused. “What… what do you mean? I don’t understand.”
“Don’t play dumb!” she snapped, stepping
