Country: Aurivelle City: Cressford Alvara The first thing I noticed when I glanced at the clock was that I was already late. Not a little late. Very late. “Great,” I muttered under my breath. I pulled open my wardrobe and grabbed the first outfit that felt presentable enough for a rushed morning…a beige knit top and my black baggy trousers. Comfortable but neat. I shoved my feet into my white sneakers, then reached for my mini crossbody bag hanging on the chair beside my desk. My reflection in the mirror looked as rushed as I felt. I quickly twisted my hair into a loose braid over my shoulder and clipped in my small hoop earrings. I had just slung the bag across my body when my phone started ringing on the bed. Isabella. Of course. I answered while still hopping on one foo

