CASSIE’S POV Every head in the cafeteria slowly turned toward my table. The room suddenly felt suffocating. Whispers spread instantly. “That’s her.” “Oh my goddess, look at her face.” “So were they using her?” “I thought they were dating?” “Don’t be stupid. She’s an omega. She’s just there to clean their house” I wanted the floor to open beneath me. I wanted to disappear completely. My cheeks burned red with humiliation. My heart was beating unusually fast now. Their words cut even deeper into me. I stood up quickly, grabbed my bag, and walked out fast. My hands were shaking. The hallway outside felt colder and quieter, but my chest still hurt painfully. I walked faster, ignoring the stares from students passing by. My throat burned from trying not to cry. Why did this hur

