Ashlyn's POV
Folding my arms, I waited for Jessica to speak. She stood silently, her gaze fixed on the playground below.
The students were scattered across the grounds, but I knew she wasn’t looking at them. Her distant demeanor only fueled my impatience.
After what felt like an eternity, I sighed heavily, my frustration bubbling over. “If you called me here just to waste my time, consider it wasted. I’m leaving.”
I turned sharply, ready to walk away, but her soft words froze me mid-step.
“I’m sorry,” she whispered.
The unexpected apology hit me like a bolt of lightning. I blinked, unsure if I had heard her correctly. Turning slowly, I faced her.
“Wh–what?” I stammered, my voice barely audible.
She glanced at me briefly before lowering her gaze again. “I’m sorry for everyth
