Solana's POV
Marcel pulled me into a hug the moment we entered our room, his whole body caging me, and I allowed myself to melt in his arms. I was lucky— happy that I didn't need to face this alone. I had support.
"You did so well, Wildcat. You showed them your claws."
"I wish I clawed on their faces instead." I scoffed, and he chuckled.
"The way you handled them is exactly what I meant when I said you had fire in you, and you will do so well when you put it to good use. You did today. And I am so proud of you."
I appreciated his belief and unwavering support for me. But I was still confused.
"I don't know what to do, Marcel. They are never going to accept me." I dragged my hand through my face, a part of me already feeling defeated. I know that there would be more resistance in the
