114. 8 Minute Video (Clay POV)

Waking up the following day, I was filled with a sense of purpose and excitement. Today was the day I would finally reveal the surprise I had been meticulously planning for Lexi. "Why don't we go apply for your degree today?" I suggested casually to Lexi, trying to mask the anticipation in my voice. "I need to grab a few things from the gallery anyway."

In reality, the gallery held more than just a few forgotten items. For weeks, I had been covertly orchestrating the transformation of the second floor into a dance studio, a dream space for Lexi. But this secret was mine alone. Neither Lexi nor Luke knew what awaited us there.

Luke, who had been unusually quiet, hesitated at the suggestion. "I think I'll stay home, not feeling that well today," he said, a hint of anxiety tainting his words. I knew the real reason behind his reluctance. His growing apprehension about the spell and what Professor Gray might reveal. The weight of the unknown was clearly taking its toll on him.

However, I