Chapter 56

Ashley's Perspective:

The first rays of the morning sun streamed through the tall windows of the school, painting the corridor with a soft, golden glow. As I began my journey toward the school's entrance, a sense of excitement and happiness filled me. Each step I took was a testament to my unwavering optimism about the day ahead. I was ready to embrace whatever challenges lay in my path.

However, as I made my way through the bustling hallway, it was impossible to ignore the cold, judgmental glares from some of my fellow students. Envy and resentment were palpable in the air, and I could feel their eyes on me. This was nothing new – I had grown accustomed to the attention, both positive and negative.

I refused to let their judgment affect me. With a casual roll of my eyes and a defiant middle finger, I brushed off their stares, causing a collective gasp from those who watched. A mischievous smirk played on my lips as I muttered to myself, "Yeah, that's right, I just did that."

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