Mavis’s Pov
Latif is impressing everyone! I glance over to see him nailing his shots during basketball tryouts—he's really on fire (pun intended!).
It's Wednesday, and we're in the midst of cheer and basketball practice, gearing up for the welcome match in just two weeks.
The coach blows the whistle, announcing, "Great job, Ibrahim, you're in!"
The girls cheer him on enthusiastically while the guys exchange those typical bro hugs. He takes a seat on the bench, beaming with pride.
"What the—"
I turn at the sound of Rose's voice, and my stomach drops. There’s Essel, with her gorgeous dark hair, but what really churns my insides is who’s by her side—Michael.
She’s playfully resting her hand on his arm, laughing at his jokes. I clench my fists, sending daggers into her back with my glar
