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!”

instant. Mr. Zimmerman entered, his

concern.

set his books down on

“Who started this?”

Zane was picking on the new kid!” The class quickly chimed in, and Zane, desperate to defend himself, started sniffling again, his tears and runny nose. returning

to Zane, then gave York’s sleeve another tug,

Ivan’s insistence won out. He relayed what had

stand up for your new seatmate. Everyone,

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Zane out

with chatter again. York Ignored it all,

Ivan pulled a piece of candy from his backpack–the one Karen

his mouth. “Told

nodded, a small smile finally breaking

York glanced over, relieved.

like glue. Curious classmates kept coming over, asking about their

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