Chapter 10 - 9: First Day, First Impressions
Zane’s POV
Zane stood among the students gathered in the large lecture hall, shifting his weight from one foot to the other. The atmosphere was buzzing with energy as the special exchange students lined up for their introductions. His confidence had taken a hit ever since that guy showed up, but today was a new day. Just a minor setback, nothing more.
His gaze flickered to the side where Celeste, Lena, and Iris stood. They were all watching the special exchange students with varying degrees of interest. Then, as the first name was called, the introductions began.
A familiar figure in an oversized hoodie and glasses caught his eye. Zane’s breath hitched slightly. No way.
Celeste’s sharp intake of breath confirmed she saw it too. Even Lena blinked in surprise.
"What’s he doing here?" Celeste muttered, arms crossed.
Lena, ever the optimist, tilted her head. "Maybe he is also one of special exchange student ?"
Zane exhaled slowly. He wasn’t sure how he felt about this. But before he could dwell on it, the introductions started.
Third-Person POV
The first to introduce himself was Darius Vayne, a striking young man with sharp golden eyes and neatly styled dark brown hair. He had a composed air, his voice steady as he spoke. "Darius Vayne. Looking forward to studying here." Short, polite, and to the point.
Next was Emphera Calloway, a girl with wavy chestnut-brown hair that cascaded over her shoulders and eyes that shimmered with mischief. She wore a fitted blazer over her uniform, carrying herself with a natural elegance. Just as she finished her introduction, her gaze landed on Zane. And then—she winked.