/Lauren’s POV/
After the stunt Ember pulled at the training, he’s literally become the talk of the school. I mean it’s a good thing that he’s now back on his feet and now getting the respect he deserves but I still can’t help but worry about it. Tomorrow is another day of physical combat and I can’t help this feeling of extreme anxiousness like something might go terribly wrong.
“Babe” Nessa called softly. We agreed to meet after class but my mind has been wandering for the past couple of minutes since we got together.
“Yeah, sorry. I was distracted-
“I can see that Lauren, what’s going on? You wanted me to apply for the academy so we can be together but since we got here…it’s just-“ Nessa’s crestfallen expression had Dawn whining in my head.
“Hey, come here” I held her hand and brou
