A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

Chapter 186

Chapter 186

Ivan held onto York’s hand as if it were his last lifeline, but finally managed to calm down.

“York,” he repeated, his voice steadier this time.

“I’m here. I’m right here.” York, mimicking Alessia’s gentle manner, patted Ivan’s head softly. “How are you feeling?”

“I’m okay.” Ivan let out a slow breath and shook his hea

He glanced over York’s shoulder at Zane, whose sobs left him gasping for air. Guilt flickered across Ivan’s face.

“I… I scared him,” Ivan admitted, each word an effort, but he forced himself to explain.

“It wasn’t on purpose! I didn’t mean to push you–it’s just, you never answer!” Zane’s voice broke as he hiccupped through his tears.

“Oh, so if someone doesn’t talk, you just shove them? Do you even realize how strong you are, you giant?” York shot back without thinking. Ivan tugged on his sleeve, and York grudgingly reined in his temper,

York clicked his tongue in irritation. “Unbelievable. You can’t do anything right.”

“Teacher’s coming! Teacher’s coming!”

an instant. Mr. Zimmerman entered,

concern.

here?” He set his books down on Ivan’s

“Who started this?”

new kid!” The class quickly chimed in, and Zane, desperate to defend himself, started sniffling again, his tears and

to Zane, then gave

eyes, but Ivan’s insistence won

up for your new seatmate. Everyone, read

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Zane out of

it all, flopping back

piece of candy from his backpack–the one

hesitate, popping it into his mouth. “Told you, I’ll look out

a small smile finally

York glanced over, relieved.

the day, York stuck to Ivan like glue. Curious classmates kept coming over, asking about their relationship or about the new kid’s background, but York brushed

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