GINGER:
Saturday arrives like a gust of wind, which means it is my first practice with Hu. The moment I wake up, I glance out the window and notice his curtains are drawn shut. Just as I am about to turn away, the curtains shift slightly, making my heart race as I instinctively duck down.
“Okay, I’ve got this,” I whisper to myself, taking a deep breath.
My phone vibrates on the nightstand, and I reach for it. A message from Caspian lights up the screen, easing the tension in my chest a little.
“I know the arena is in your estate, but I’ll be around in thirty minutes to see you off.”
Warmth spreads through my chest as I read his text. He really is as thoughtful as Hana always says. But just as the feeling settles, another notification drops down, this time from Hu.
“You have an hour t
