Eya nodded, seeming to accept the conversation's direction. "I should head to class," she said, glancing at the time. "Are you coming, Isla?"
I shook my head, feeling a bit preoccupied. "I'll come later," I said, waving her off.
Eya smiled and waved back, and Ruby did the same. "See you guys later," Eya said, turning to leave.
As soon as Eya was out of earshot, Ruby turned to me, her eyes curious. "What's wrong? What are you not telling me?" she asked, her voice low.
I tried to brush it off, but Ruby's perceptive nature wouldn't let it go. "Nothing," I said, trying to sound casual.
But Ruby wasn't buying it. She could smell that something was off, and she knew me too well. "Don't lie to me," she said, her voice firm but gentle. "You've been acting weird since Eya showed up."
I sighed
