Athena's steps hurried out of the house, the sound of her heels tapping louder than usual. Her breath was irregular... between anger, shame, and disappointment. The cool morning breeze couldn't even calm her pounding heart.
"I have to stay away from Xavier, because, according to that old man, I will only make things difficult for him?" she muttered.
Athena's hands clenched at her sides, Johan's words sounded too hurtful to her feelings.
"He thinks he's the only one who's rich! Nowadays, there are still people who limit friendships based on social status! CRAZY!"
As soon as she left the fence of the house, Athena didn't realize that there were several students from the neighboring dormitory cluster who were walking leisurely. Their steps stopped, their gazes immediately focused on Athen
