Chapter 60

Ashley's Perspective

The sun bathed the school in a warm, golden glow, casting its inviting light across the vast field. It was that time of the day when sports activities took center stage, but my enthusiasm was far from matching the radiant weather. I watched as my fellow students divided into groups, eagerly engaging in various exercise routines. I, on the other hand, found myself perched on a lonely chair, a passive observer of the bustling activity around me.

A familiar face drew my attention. Alarina, surrounded by a group of enthusiastic girls, was fervently playing volleyball. Her radiant smile filled me with happiness, even if I couldn't quite muster the energy to join in. While I continued to watch her, something unexpected caught the corner of my eye, causing me to shift my gaze.

There, on the other side of the field, was Thorian, with his group of friends engrossed in a game of football. The sun-kissed sweat on his skin gave him a rugged allure, and his wet hair was tousle