“ Leo, what are you doing here? Where is Dad?” I asked staring at Leo as he walked up to me and Claire.
John wasted no time starting the car as I kept Leo engaged in a conversation, trying to buy us some time. I felt a wave of relief as I watched John drive away, grateful that he had the quick thinking to leave. Leo remained suspicious, his gaze fixed on me while I took his hand and guided him inside, hoping to divert his attention. As I settled into my seat, I finally grasped the urgency in John's voice earlier. Our school had surprised us with an impromptu exam, and I could have easily missed it. My heart sank as I looked down at the test paper and realized I was completely unprepared. Over the past few weeks, my focus had been consumed by unraveling the mysteries of my hybrid powers,
