Chapter 47 School Project

• The school was alive with whispers and excited chatter, the kind that only a dramatic event could inspire. As Ann and Darius walked through the front gates together, all eyes turned toward them. Ann could feel the weight of their stares, the buzz of rumors swirling around them. It was like stepping into the spotlight of a stage she never asked to be on.
• Her steps faltered slightly, but Darius placed a reassuring hand on her lower back, silently telling her to keep moving. His presence beside her was steadying, and even though the attention was overwhelming, she felt safe with him.
• "Did you hear what happened at the party?" a girl whispered loudly to her friend as they passed.