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Chapter Eighty Six - Attempt

Valkyrie Behati

It took me an entire day yesterday to muster up the courage to speak to Alex again. My heart pounded with each step I took as I made my way to his door.

Now, I stand outside his room, my breath shallow, my hands trembling slightly as I wait for him to emerge. The hallway is quiet, the dim light casting long shadows against the walls.

My gaze drifts to the wall clock, its slow, rhythmic ticking amplifying my anxiety. It’s just before dawn—early enough to know I won’t miss him.

Nervousness coils in my stomach, twisting tighter with each passing second. The thought of him ignoring me, turning away without a word, claws at my insides. But no matter how much that might hurt, I know I have to face it. If it’s about him, I’m prepared for anything.

At last, the door creaks open, and there he is, his eyes widening in surprise as they land on me. I swallow hard, my voice catching in my throat as I force out, “Alex—What time did you sleep?”

His response is quick, almost dismiss
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