When I arrived at school the next day, I spotted Axel in the hallway, deep in conversation with a teacher. Though I couldn't catch their words, it was clear he was reprimanding her about something. It seemed he enjoyed asserting his authority, or at least that’s what I gathered. I decided to walk by without saying anything and headed to my locker, where I met up with Paige and Collins.
“How was work last night?” Collins inquired softly.
“It was fine—just the usual boring computer tasks I could do in my sleep,” I replied.
“Seriously? That dull?” she exclaimed.
“Yeah, pretty much the same old stuff,” I said with a shrug.
“Well, he looks pretty angry this morning. Whatever happened, you might want to watch your back,” Paige warned.
“He didn't seem angry when I left. Maybe somethin
