Mia's Return

The day ended without a hitch, and Ciara further addressed the students concerning the rumors they heard. She couldn't pretend as if they didn't hear anything.

"As for the rumors you've all been hearing about... I plead with you to give me more time to process it. I promise you that I'll give you my side of the story as soon as I'm done dealing with this matter on my end. I ask that you once again put your trust in me." Ciara pleaded with her classmates.

They all responded positively, showing they trusted her, and respected her decision. Some even felt for her. Such were their reactions, proof of the strong bond she had formed with her classmates and the strong relationship she had with them.

Ciara dreaded it, but she had no choice. She walked back to her room, and just as in the morning, the whisperings and gossiping continued.

She was relieved when she entered her room without any incident. She sighed, falling on her bedside, and took a deep breath.