Chapter 140

• A loud thud resonated in the hallway, startling Persis and Lora. They both snapped their heads toward the source of the noise, and Persis' eyes widened in shock. Standing in the hallway were Tedmond and Isabella.
• Tedmond was holding Isabella by the waist from behind, stopping her from falling, while a tablet lay on the floor—the apparent source of the noise. Their position was awkward for everyone present.
• Ten minutes prior: