Chapter 14: Chapter fourteen.

Serena's POV. As I approached the school gate, Richard darted in front of me, blocking my path. I sidestepped, but he quickly moved to block me again. "Serena, please, I need to talk to you," he begged, his eyes pleading. I rolled my eyes, irritation simmering just below the surface. "Unfortunately, I don't want to talk to you, so let me pass," I said, my voice firm. Richard's expression transformed into one of pity, and for a fleeting moment, I almost believed he genuinely cared for me. ...