Evaline:
I shifted on my feet, watching the sun filter through the tall windows of the greenhouse classroom. A strange sensation was making my chest feel heavier - pride laced with hesitation.
"You are going to make a lot of people uncomfortable with this power, Evaline," Professor Kieran added.
I already was.
"I want to choose the Class Keeper myself," I said quietly after I finally accepted his decision.
His head lifted slightly and his dark green eyes focused on me. I didn't flinch. "You do?"
"Yes." I laced my fingers together, trying not to fidget. "If I'm to lead this class, I need someone I trust beside me. Someone reliable. Someone I know will always do the right thing."
He leaned back against the desk and arched a brow. "And your choice?"
I didn't hesitate as I dropped the name. "Kyros."
As soon as the name left my lips, I saw something shift in Kieran's expression - a twitch of approval.
