Vera’s POV I was still lying on my bed, staring at the ceiling, lost in thought, when I heard a knock on the door. Assuming it was Rina or Michelle, I didn’t think much of it. “Come in,” I called out lazily, not bothering to move. But the knocking didn’t stop. It grew louder—more aggressive. Confused, I sat up slowly, frowning. That wasn’t like Rina or Michelle. They never knocked like that. I got off the bed and walked over, opening the door just a little to peek outside. To my surprise—and disappointment—it wasn’t them. It was Lisa. Before I could react, she forced the door wider with her leg and pushed her way in. I tried to block her path, but she was quicker. Her hand shot up, and she grabbed a fistful of my hair, yanking it hard. “Ow!” I cried out, stumbling backward. He

