Lena
I didn’t know what annoyed me more.
The fact that Kane showed up at Mason’s apartment like he owned the place—
Or the fact that I left before getting answers.
Cold wind slapped against my face as I crossed campus.
Blackthorn looked different when you were angry.
The old brick buildings felt heavier.
The pathways seemed longer.
And every laughing student suddenly became irritated.
My phone buzzed.
Zara:
You disappeared. Are you alive?
I typed back immediately.
Me:
Barely.
Three dots appeared.
Zara:
That drama usually means gossip. Meet me at Ash Café.
Honestly?
Coffee sounded necessary.
—
Ash Café sat near the journalism building.
Warm lights.
Crowded tables.
Music low enough to ignore.
I found Zara already waiting with two drinks.
She took one look at me and
