Then next morning, I trekked across campus with my hoodie over my head. I arrived at the gym a little past seven to see Valentin standing on the middle of a sparring mat. His arms were crossed over his chest and he looked anything but pleased. “You’re late,” he bit out. “Sorry,” I shrugged my hoodie off and threw it on the floor before starting into some stretches. I knew our schedule by now. “I didn’t expect to be here.” Valentin blinked at me. “Why?” “Dunno,” I shrugged. “I didn’t see you all last week. I thought you were done with me.” “I’m not,” Valentin said sternly. I watched his jaw tick. “Especially after hearing about what happened yesterday.” I groaned. “Is this about shifting class?” “Professor Valencia told me about your outburst,” Valentin snapped. “How could you let yo

