Lucas
“Don’t worry,” she continues before I can respond. “I’ll handle my problems myself.”
“I can protect you,” I blurt out.
She shakes her head, looking exhausted. “No. I’ll handle it. Please… Can you leave? I just want to be alone.”
I hesitate, but finally, I nod. “If you need anything, just call me.”
She’s already lying down, her back to me. I sigh, running a hand through my hair, and walk out of the medical center.
Lily, Mia, Damon, and Theo are waiting outside.
“Is she alright?” Lily asks.
“She just needs to rest,” I say, but my voice is ice. I turn to Damon and Theo. “Follow me.”
They exchange a glance but obey.
“Where’s Vanessa?” I bark as we walk.
“I think she’s in the event hall,” Theo says.
“They’re about to announce the winner of the scavenger hunt,” Damon adds.
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