~Ruby~
My heart had never pounded so hard for a long time as it did with the crown prince. I tried to shake him awake, but there was no response, and even my screams didn't reach anyone.
"Please, Prince Jayden, don't... don't die," I burst into tears, gripping his hand tightly, praying for any sign of life. "Please," I begged, "wake up, Your Highness. Moon goddess, if you can hear my cry, send help."
The door burst open as soon as I finished speaking, and a bright light flooded the room, nearly blinding me. I shielded my eyes until the light subsided. When I looked up, I saw the glaring eyes of the headmistress, Miss Robinson, Mason, and Elena.
"What the hell are you doing here?" the headmistress's voice resounded in the room, making me jump in fright.
"I told you she doesn't deserve
