As I stormed out of the school building, the sound of Callum's voice echoed through the empty corridors, but I didn't slow down. I felt a mix of hurt and anger, knowing there was nothing I could do despite witnessing Callum with Claire. Just as I was about to reach the gate, Callum's hand firmly grasped mine, forcing me to a stop. I turned sharply to face him, my shoulders tense and gave him a cold, piercing look. With the break coming to an end, I was acutely aware of the looming possibility of a teacher catching us together and dishing out punishment.
“Valerie, it's not like that,” Callum said, his voice softening making me roll my eyes.
“ Not like what exactly? You're with Claire. The same one that is a dragon and betrayed me. The same one is also threatening not just me but all the
