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."

her tongue and entered, feeling worse than

was the star, surrounded by admirers eager to hear about her

her sneered at Lemira, "Some are just jealous of Eve,

them. Lemira rested her

Evelina flaunted her plans as she gazed at Lemira, "Off to

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

will pay

to overshadow Lemira and

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headed straight

a chair gracefully, his expression tinged with amusement, "What's

here to study, if that's okay?" Lemira walked in like she owned

was taken aback by her boldness, expecting someone more timid. Yet, when Lemira

your brain

out the simple stuff on

scolding,

was quiet, and her growling stomach betrayed her hunger, which made her flushed despite the