Ariana
The last night of the trip felt like the culmination of everything—the activities, the tensions, the emotions simmering beneath the surface. I could feel the air crackling with unspoken words as all the students gathered around the large campfire. The flames flickered, casting a warm glow over the group as we settled into a relaxed atmosphere. It was the first time since we’d arrived that everyone seemed truly at ease.
Mia sat close to Ethan, her face illuminated by the soft light as she leaned into Ethan, who was telling some funny story about one of their past adventures. I smiled, listening in, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that this night was going to be different.
I glanced around, searching for a spot where I could sit far from Ryder. I’d been doing everything in my powe
