CHAPTER 56

Lucien's POV

I fidgeted in my seat, checking the clock for what felt like the hundredth time. The empty classroom seemed to close in around me, amplifying my nervous energy. Why was I so anxious? It wasn't like me to be this wound up.

But I knew exactly why. I was waiting for her.

Rosaline and Camilla were probably hanging out with their friends during break, but I'd opted to wait in the classroom, eager to catch a glimpse of...her.

Just as I began to wonder if she'd show up, the door creaked open. My heart skipped a beat, but my excitement was short-lived. Sophia, Camilla's friend, sauntered in, a hint of a smile playing on her lips.

"What do you want?" I asked gruffly, trying to mask my disappointment.

Sophia's smile faltered. "I just wanted to ask how you're feeling."

I raised an eyebrow. "We're not even friends. What's your business with how I'm feeling?" My tone came out harsher than intended, but I didn't care. I just wanted her to leave.

Sophia's eyes clouded over, and she took