When They Beg, I Rise!

Alaric retorted, "Even if Lemira didn't ace her exams, it's not like she needs to take a gap year or something. Her grades are better than most of us here, aside from Rowan. She's pretty much killing it." The progress she made in just a few months was something most people could only dream of.

Evelina was taken aback by Alaric's defense; she looked at him, not expecting him to stand up for Lemira as well.

Lucian had been acting differently, and now Alaric too showed signs of change. A wave of panic swept over Evelina.

She couldn't bear the thought of losing her brothers' favor.

Evelina said uneasily, "I get that Lemmy's grades have shot up, but maybe this sudden improvement isn't stable, you know? That could be why she underperformed."

Lucian was in turmoil, "Isn't your school hosting a seminar on college applications tomorrow, where gap year options are also discussed?"

Evelina nodded, "Exactly."

"Let's check it out tomorrow then."

"Lucian, do you think I should take a gap year too?"

found it pointless and

had her sights set on entering showbiz

college mark. No need for a gap year, just

mind. He was going to persuade Lemira to consider a

make any mistakes. Without Evelina around,

saying his piece,

figure, Evelina bit her lip, frustrated.

no match for Lemira? Even if she took

to

Lucian's words to heart. He's always been extra protective of Lemira, but it'll

dwell on it? After all, Lucian's been good to me too. I'm content with

on an

ready yet? It might not be as good as Lemmy's, but I hope it eases his stomach

be ready in a

Eve. Let's hit a bar tonight, unwind a bit." "Cool, I'll go upstairs and get changed then. Zack, could you please

upstairs. But just as