I walk out of the principal’s room defeatedly, Kir trailing behind me. The moment he closes the door, he motions with his head forward. “To my office. Now,” he speaks up calmly, but I can tell he’s still mad. That whole thing in there, about treating me like I’m going to break into pieces? It was all an act, of course. And it’s over.
I nod in agreement, taking the closest path to the abandoned dorms. The hallways are empty now, which is at least one bonus. And probably the only one. I know that I’m toast the moment we get into that office. Kir’s going to murder me.
As he walks beside me, I don’t even dare to look at him. Disappointment and anger are radiating off him in waves, making my heart beat a little faster than normally. I can’t believe he appealed to the principal for me, even if
