Adaline's POV

I glanced at the watch on my left wrist. Fifteen minutes until exactly five o'clock. I looked at Tessa, and she had already packed her bag. She was always punctual. I shook my head. In reality, I was also a punctual person. But under the current circumstances... I shook my head again.

"Wanna go home together?" Tessa finally asked. I looked at her and shook my head. "Are you sure you're okay?"

I could clearly see a flash of concern in Tessa's eyes. To reassure her, I tried to ...