I apologize

Sheryl’s POV

I took a step away from the door. I wasn’t surprised by what I had just heard. But I suppose I was a little disappointed.

I’m sure Ashton was probably thinking the same thing; that I didn’t belong at this school. That I caused

nothing but pain and destruction wherever I went.

I hurt my combat partner and friend.

I wouldn’t blame her for never forgiving me.

I could hear the murmurs continuing in the arena, but I didn’t stick around to listen to the rest. …

Ashton’s POV

“How could you say that when you know what my mother is, Connie?” I asked in disbelief. Her face fell slightly. “Your mother is different… she’s—”

“Sheryl is top in her class,” I said, interrupting her words. “She’s incredibly intelligent and great at what she does. I don’t think she meant to hurt anybody. Just like my mother would never hurt anybody.”

“Why are you protecting her, Ashton?” Connie asked, peering up at me with large and worried eyes. “As many years as I’ve known you, you’ve never once stood up