CHAPTER FOURTY TWO

Claude gathered her things and stood up from her seat as soon as the class was over. She stretched her arms and legs, feeling a bit stiff from sitting for so long. She smiled to herself, feeling content after a successful session. She had been studying hard for her exams, and things were finally starting to fall into place.

As she made her way out of the classroom, she felt someone grab her from behind. She turned around to see Eric, grinning at her. He lifted her up in his arms, spinning her around in circles. Claude felt her hair flying all around her face, and she giggled as she read Eric's mind. He was simply happy to see her smile, and it made her heart swell with gratitude.

She could get used to her news powers.

After a few moments of spinning, Eric stopped and held Claude steady. She noticed that he had a playful glint in his eye, and she couldn't help but laugh at his antics. However, as they stood still, Claude noticed that she was still a bit dizzy from the spinning.

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