There were bumps in the road. With Laterza backing down and his crew stepping up behind me, there were no further challenges. Kicking Matteo's ass so decisively helped too. I'd cemented my reputation and proven how dangerous I truly was.
We still had schoolwork and other drama happening around the academy.
Stephie and her crew joined ours along with Maria who made it official when she started dating Andre.
Mr. Caleb's class became interesting. For a quiet man, even I admitted he was badass. As the year passed quickly, I began dreading graduation and what would happen between me and Gia. We were young and in love. We were not ready for marriage. Gia came up with the plan and with Marino and Maria's help, we put it into action. Stephie and Andre were included if their parents came on boar
