SERAPHINA’S POV
My mind still lingers on Olivia even while I leave her for the office.
I can’t help but worry, feeling guilty for leaving her alone when she clearly shouldn’t have been left by herself even though she insisted it.
Her reaction seemed too strong just for finding out I am nominated, which leads me to think there’s something else that she doesn’t want to say.
Arriving at the office, there’s already a small crowd waiting just outside and ready to be addressed. I assume that they’re nominated candidates just like I am and go closer to join them, just in time for the door to open and who I assume is the secretary steps out.
“Good afternoon, I’m sure you all know why you’ve been summoned here.”
A hearty mumbling from the small crowd confirms her statement before she sighs, c
