POV : Elena
Almost instantly, the heavy, dark atmosphere Jace radiated began driving his guests toward the exits. Nobody wanted to be in the firing line of Halden University’s golden boy when he looked like he was about to rip a door off its hinges. Whispering crowds flooded, scrambling to grab their jackets and slip out into the cool night air before the storm completely broke.
I didn't wait around to watch the aftermath. Panic flooded my system, and I spun on my heel, rushing toward the safety of the staircase. My hand gripped the iron railing, my socks sliding against the smooth marble as I took the steps two at a time, desperate to lock myself back inside my room.
I had almost reached the top landing when a heavy, calloused hand wrapped around my forearm.
Before I could even gasp,
