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CHAPTER 15
~Valerie's POV~
The moment I opened my eyes, I knew something was wrong. The bed beneath me was too soft, the air too crisp, the scent too… masculine.
I blinked rapidly, my vision adjusting to the dimly lit room. My body still felt sluggish, weighed down by the lingering effects of the poison, but my mind sharpened instantly.
This wasn't my dorm.
I turned my head slightly, taking in my surroundings. The room was massive—far larger than any student dorm at PSA.
The furniture was sleek, dark, and expensive-looking; the décor was a blend of rich blacks and cool silvers. Abstract art adorned the walls, along with framed posters of Two Steps from Hell—BATTLECRY and Eminem.
Of course. Whoever owned this room had taste.
I tried sitting up but felt a wince at my neck. Instead, I slowly tested my limbs. My body ached, but the worst of the poison had worn off. I exhaled, running a hand through my hair.