Carol’s POV
I look at Aiden with shock. I’ve never heard him raise his voice before, not even in any of the videos of him that I looked through.
Zack freezes in place. His face looks paler than normal as he slowly turns around. “Yes?” He says. I almost laugh at how meek he sounds.
“Don’t misunderstand.” Aiden’s voice is as cool as ice. “Carol is charming, yes, but that isn’t why she beat you. Her work was simply more meticulous than yours.” He narrows his eyes. “Maybe you should take some time to reflect on that.”
Zack opens his mouth to speak, but nothing comes out. Clearly out of his element, he rushes out the door.
The immense satisfaction I feel at watching Zack run away for once is quickly stifled when I remember my situation. Nervously, I glance toward Aiden. He’s looking at me
