CLAIRE
Victor shook his head. “I’m sorry, Bianca, but nature cannot be twisted. We might be able to change how people perceive us, but we cannot change what we are.”
Bianca managed a smile, though it didn’t reach her eyes. She rose from her seat, grabbing her bag, which was strangely larger than an average high schooler’s.
“Thank you so much for helping me and coming here on such short notice. I genuinely appreciate all your help. I won’t bother you guys anymore.” She was about to leave when Bryce intervened.
“Wait. It’s getting really late. Blue, you should take your friend home.”
I expected Blue to protest, but instead, he rose and even took her bag. Before she could respond, he was already ushering her out of the house. I couldn’t help but smile. His actions spoke louder than his w
