Chapter 52:

ASTRID.

“Juniper?” I call out when I see her coming out of Zeke’s room, I don’t get why she’s ignoring me now, it’s been days now and we haven’t even spoken.

She walks faster and pays no attention to me, the stab in my chest is painful, being cast aside is what I have always hated.

“Juni!” I run after her, hoping she would stop striding faster, if anything, it only makes her walk faster in the hall. “Just stay and hear me out.” She doesn’t even listen, her legs grazing the tile faster than ever.

“Wait.” I call out, but even my throat feels dry.

Mrs. Perry appears in front of me, hands etched on her hips. Dark eyes stare back at me. Oh great, what does she want?

She doesn't even move out of the way, her body blocking my view, now I am sure that Juniper is out of view.

Anger fills me, but I don’t show it, showing it means more punishment, besides. Mrs. Perry and I are not friendly to each other.

“What?” I ask, feeling irritated.

“Is that how you talk to me now?” She clicks her tongue i