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."

falling behind, Lemira bit her tongue and entered, feeling worse than

the star, surrounded by admirers eager to hear about

"Some are just

Lemira rested her head

school, Evelina flaunted her plans as she gazed

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

I will pay you

determined to overshadow Lemira and prove

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her backpack, Lemira headed straight for

chair gracefully, his expression tinged

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

boldness, expecting someone more timid. Yet, when Lemira asked questions,

your brain hold

simple stuff on your

took the scolding, jotting down

betrayed her hunger, which made her flushed despite the fact that she ate a bread