Scarlet Pov After Gloria stormed out of the room, a heavy silence enveloped us. It pressed down on my shoulders, making it difficult to stand upright. The weight of knowing I had hurt someone's feelings hung even heavier on my conscience, suffocating me with guilt. Determined to escape this oppressive atmosphere, I left the room and headed home early. I glanced at Caroline and Sarah, sensing their confusion and concern before summoning the courage to speak. "I think it's time for me to go home," I whispered softly, my voice barely audible amidst the stillness surrounding us. The air was thick with tension, and each word I uttered seemed to hang briefly before dissipating into the eerie quietude that filled the room. A sudden wave of regret crashed over me as I stood there, gazin