Chapter 45

When Grant had Eden sit next to her, Joy felt a rush of happiness. No one had voluntarily sat next to her ever since the bullying started. She didn't want to befriend Eden, knowing that associating with her would only bring Eden trouble.

Joy merely wanted to help Eden get acquainted with the school. She planned to keep her distance after. She never expected that when Simon bullied her, Eden would step in and even break Simon's leg. Joy was deeply moved, but she also knew the danger of antagonizing someone like Simon.

"Pay for my medical bills?" Simon sneered, spitting in Joy's face. "You think you can afford that?"

Eden's gaze narrowed as she slowly raised her eyes, a dangerous glint flickering in them. A palpable hostility surrounded her, signaling her lethal intent.

Those who knew Eden would know that her instinct to take action had been triggered.

Eden was about to take a step forward when Ewan grabbed her arm. "Don't. You may not be afraid because you have backing, but have yo