Amber's POV:
Time flies, and before I know it, the first day of school has arrived.
Though I know most eyes will be on Augustus, stepping onto campus still fills me with nervousness. Over the past while, I’ve had a firsthand taste of what it means to be in the spotlight.
To bolster my confidence, I carefully dressed up before leaving the house.
The hallways are vibrant, and filled with stylishly dressed high schoolers. As I navigate the familiar corridors, I can feel their gazes—silent yet piercing—making me uncomfortable.
My eyes land on Augustus’s locker, where a provocative photo of him is plastered. It’s surrounded by red hearts, each one intentionally broken.
The sight unsettles me, and I silently pray there’s nothing humiliating awaiting me at my locker. But as I approached, my
