Inside the testing classroom, Ivan sat quietly, focused on his drawing with a teacher by his side. After greeting him, Alessia made her way next door to the headmaster’s office.

Charlie had just finished steeping the tea and waved Alessia over. “Please, have a seat, Miss Morton. I’m Ivan’s future homeroom teacher–Zimmerman’s the name.”

“Nice to meet you, Mr. Zimmerman.”

“I’ve already reviewed the details. Are you hoping for Ivan to be in the same class as York?”

“No,” Alessia replied, shaking her head. She wanted Ivan to fit in, but she didn’t believe in forcing the two boys together all the time. They were individuals, each with their own lives and circles of friends. Forcing them to stick together would only defeat the purpose of coming to school at all.

“Really, there’s no need to be anxious,” she continued. “Ivan’s situation is a little unique, but he actually prefers to spend most of his time quietly on his own. If you pay too much attention to him, you might make him uncomfortable.”

Mr. Zimmerman was new that semester, and this was his first time handling a situation like Ivan’s. He’d been worried Alessia would have a long list of unreasonable requests, so hearing her words, he breathed a visible sigh of relief.

“I understand. Don’t worry, the kids in class can be a bit rambunctious, but their hearts are in the right place. I’m sure Ivan will fit right in.”

“Thank you, Mr. Zimmerman.” Alessia smiled warmly.

the testing, Mr. Zimmerman?” Charlie suggested, sensing the conversation had run its course. Mr.

front of Alessia. “I heard from Mr. Dawson you introduced your second brother

got talent, and he gets along well with

found two talented students–even if they both have plans of their own. At least now he can rest

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nodded, her calm composure making

looking to mentor someone

I’m just giving them a nudge

doing pretty well. Any chance you’d be

him a mock–exasperated look. “Mr. Linden, are you

subject, not wanting to scare her

you been taking your medicine

little cold, that’s all. Don’t worry, I already

reassurance, Alessia reached over and

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