61

KATHERINE

That was embarrassing.

Especially since he had said it in the presence of Bryson whom instead of being annoyed over the wrong winked and continued apply the ice, ignoring my protest. There’s something strange about him lately.

I can’t pinpoint it no matter how much I try.

“It’s fine. It no longer hurt.” I said, lying skillfully and this time, I didn’t persist.

The night got done and over with and I almost sighed with relief until when Lyra caused me outside, saying we have to speak. It’s been a while I’ve seen her around.

She’s not assigned to me anymore since months, which explains why.

“I see the relationship between you and Eva and although I shouldn’t be here speaking behind her back, I don’t think you’re doing the right thing relying on her again. You know how it ended the last time, and I hope you still remember the history between her and the Hybrid King.” She told me.

My eyes squinted as I focused on my nails, taking in what she’s just to later realize she’s