Esther

Esther snapped out of her reverie when the girl, Phoebe, hissed in pain; her glare switched to a pained look. She raised big, teary eyes to look up at Mr. Narok. Esther looked between them in understanding.

Mr. Narok's expression turned savage for a second. He glowered down at Phoebe. The girl gasped like a frightened rabbit and stood up. Her messy look made her ooze seduction, but before Esther could analyze any further, the door shut with a bang.

The hall was once again quiet. The silence was palpable, and Esther shuffled from one foot to another while trying to ignore the furious girl behind her.

"Why are you here?" Phoebe hissed.

Esther turned to face her, embarrassment coloring her cheeks. "I... nothing."

Phoebe rolled her eyes. "Don't even think about it."

Esther blinked in confusion. "Think... about what?"

Phoebe grabbed her hand and pulled her down the hall towards her room. When they reached her door, Phoebe flung her hand away.

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