(LEGENDS CREATION COLLEGE, BEVERLY HILLS)

Arabella’s point of view

"Thanks, Renee," I said as I hopped out of the car and shut the door gently behind me.

She leaned toward the window with a playful grin. "Alright, pay attention in class—or I’ll have Wymond spank your *ss later." She winked and zoomed off at a dangerously fast speed, the engine roaring down the quiet street.

I sighed and shook my head. That girl never changes.

I turned and faced the school gates, took a deep ...