When They Beg, I Rise!

When Lemira thought she couldn't take it anymore, Evelina finally showed up, panting and apologetic, "I'm so sorry, I got caught up planning the game with Ari and the crew, totally lost track of time." Caspian, ever so cool, replied, "No worries, you're pitching in for the family. Beats being a ungrateful wretch."

The driver, in a calm tone, reassured, "No problem, I'll step on it."

Yet, they still ended up late. Rushing to the classroom, they were caught red-handed by their teacher.

Evelina, pale and out of breath, stammered, "I'm so sorry. It's all on me. I held Lemmy up."

Lemira kept a straight face, silent.

The teacher glanced at them, softening a bit towards Evelina, "I get it, no need for a long explanation. Head on in."

"Thank you."

As Lemira followed, the teacher's stern voice stopped her, "Lemira, don't slow Evelina down again. This is your last warning!"

Lemira turned, "Sir, Evelina already explained. It's her, not me."

"Enough. I know your type all too well. Argue again, and you'll stand through class."

lesson, already falling behind, Lemira bit her tongue and entered, feeling worse than ever.

was the star, surrounded by admirers

her sneered at Lemira, "Some are

Lemira rested her head on the desk, ignoring the

as she gazed at Lemira, "Off to the training

her victory. To her sidekicks, Evelina delegated, "Homework, as usual. Don't get caught." "Don't worry about us. Chase

will

Lemira and prove herself

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backpack, Lemira headed

gracefully, his expression tinged with amusement,

I'm here to study, if that's okay?" Lemira walked in like

more timid. Yet, when Lemira asked questions, she

brain hold

simple stuff on

took the scolding, jotting

betrayed her hunger, which made her