(Alexander)
I left Marcus’s office with my head full of thoughts, but for the first time in days, I felt like I could breathe. Things weren’t perfect, but they were better. I could be with Selene. We just had to be careful on campus. That was easy enough.
Now, I had to tell her.
It didn’t take me long to find her. She was sitting outside, talking to Maya while picking at a plate of food. Maya was laughing at something, and Selene had a small smile, but I could tell she was still upset. I knew her too well.
The moment I stepped closer, she sensed me. Her eyes moved up, and for a second, she hesitated, like she wasn’t sure if she wanted to acknowledge me. But she did.
"Come with me," I said, ignoring Maya’s amused look.
Selene raised a brow, clearly considering whether to argue, but af
