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."

entered, feeling worse than ever. She longed for the

Evelina was the star, surrounded by admirers eager

Lemira, "Some are

Lemira rested her

Evelina flaunted her plans as she gazed at

back to Evelina, who, looking at the former, smirked at her victory. To her sidekicks, Evelina delegated, "Homework, as usual. Don't get caught." "Don't

will pay

overshadow Lemira and prove herself

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Lemira headed straight for the

a chair gracefully, his expression

okay?" Lemira walked in like she owned the place, hoping he wouldn't drive her

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

brain

the simple stuff on

took the scolding,

quiet, and her growling stomach betrayed her hunger, which made her flushed despite the fact that she