<Belle's Pov,> As my father stated, he dropped me off at school and did not allow Audrey to pick me up. "Belle, remember what I said—you're not supposed to be alone with Zeke," "All right, Dad," I say as I get out of the car. "And I'll come get you at five o'clock!" I sign and wave my hand in agreement with him. "What happens?" Alex asked as he walked behind me. "It appears that the Sheriff has finally recognized the beauty of his only daughter and has decided to take a closer look at her." "I'm sure I don't need to answer your question because you can figure it out for yourself," I grumbled. "Gees, you've changed a lot! The old Belle is really dead! And maybe the news that's spreading throughout the University is true," Alex teased further. "If you think you can get my attention

