ELLA'S POV
My breath hitched when I stepped into the graciously lit hall. The ethereal smell of natural flowers floated into my nose, cooling the pent-up muscles in its wake. I don't want to start with the precious stones that were used to adorned the large hall, creating a heavenly sensation.
I swirled through the chatters and clatters from the other students and made my way to an empty table. The festival was designed in a banquet style. My stomach churned at the thought of standing all day.
Almost immediately, Rio and Liya walked in locking hands. Their eyes searched around the hall, clearly trying to spot me. I raised my hands, slightly shuddering at the thought of being a third wheel.
It was a few minutes after eight, and the festival was already in full swing. Teachers and pro
