Chapter 15 - 13: Flights of Fancy
"Miss Five, the BOSS has instructed me to take you back to do your homework."
Elijah Reid's sudden appearance made Hannah's face turn pale. She thought, why is Liam Spencer meddling in other people's business? Besides, when has Maya Spencer ever done her homework? If she did, how could she have scored only 8 points.
So she said, "Assistant Reed, I'll take Maya back later, you can go about your work!"
"Madam, I'm sorry, but the BOSS's orders must be followed." Then, he turned to Maya and threatened, "Miss Five, if you don't want to write another reflection, I advise you to go back to do your homework as soon as possible."
Upon hearing Elijah's threat, Maya felt a wave of relief wash over her. She had been worrying about how to make her escape, and now she finally had a way out.
So, she picked up her bag and, without a word to anyone, left with Elijah.
In the car, Elijah glanced at the languid Maya and shook his head in resignation, showing his sympathy for her.
Moments later, he noticed Maya's increasingly peculiar state. Her pale face was flushed, her eyes lacked their usual clarity and seemed clouded with a hint of desire, and her small hands were continuously scratching at her neck and face.
Having seen the world, Elijah immediately recognized what was happening. He took a deep breath, pounded the steering wheel, and cursed, "What a bastard!"