Chapter 45: First Day of the Term
Evaline:
The Academy uniform fit better than I expected.
It was tailored in deep navy with silver accents. The blazer hugged my waist just right, with the Silver Moon Academy crest embroidered neatly over the left side of my chest. The skirt was modest, pleated, and brushed just above my knees, paired with soft black stockings and low-heeled boots.
I buttoned the last silver clasp and glanced at my reflection in the mirror. I barely recognized the girl looking back. I looked healthier, the color had returned my pale face and there was a quiet steadiness in my posture, as if my spine had learned how to hold strength instead of shame.
Was I really the same Evaline from a week ago? Let alone the one from two months ago The? The girl who ran for days through the woods, hiding from the betrayal and the brothers?
I straightened the collar of my blouse and brushed a hand over my flat belly. The first term would last from September to January. All I needed to do was to keep my pregnancy a secret by then.
I knew it wasn’t going to be an easy task, but I was determined to find a way.
The room behind me was quiet as my mysterious roommate had left before dawn, slipping out silently like a shadow.
After one last look in the mirror, I grabbed my bag and headed out to meet Mallory and Kyros.