Selene's POV
I hang up my lab coat and turn the AC up, trying to beat the heat that’s still clinging to the air. At least the frenzy around the fundraiser has finally faded.
The constant questions and stares have quieted down, leaving me with some peace at last.
The doctors here still whisper behind my back, trying to piece together how I’m connected to the Hemsworths, but they’re smart enough to keep their curiosity to themselves.
But something doesn’t sit right. I figured Avery would ask me something by now, but she hasn’t.
It’s almost as if she’s walking around me carefully, treading lightly. Even after everything we’ve been through, it feels like there’s still this invisible wall between us. I mentioned it to Mom, and she said I should just be honest with Avery, tell her what’s
