Chapter 87 The Truth Hurts

• After leaving Serene alone, Aiden walked through the school hallways, his head held high despite the stares, whispers, and snickers from every corner.
• He felt like every eye in the building was on him, the weight of their judgment pressing against his shoulders. His fists clenched at his sides, nails biting into his palms as he forced himself not to react. Serene's voice echoed in his head... "Don’t let them get to you."
• Easier said than done.