~Nancy POV~
Flashback , two hours earlier
When Maxwell recognized Will, everything shifted.
He quickly realized that Will was one of the new learners recently admitted, but what confused him and perhaps angered him was witnessing us in such a romantic moment.
Maxwell tried hard to mask his shock, forcing a calm, neutral expression, but I could sense the tension radiating from him.
“I hope you two understand the consequences if anyone finds out about this,” Maxwell warned, his tone sharp. “It would not end well for either of you. Both your positions could be at risk.”
Will chuckled softly, brushing it off. “Relax. We’re adults. We can handle our relationship without anyone interfering.”
Maxwell’s eyebrows shot up in disbelief, and he stormed off, muttering something under his breath
