Outside the classroom, Jack caught sight of her.

“Selena!” Ron called out.

Jack followed suit, his tone light, masking the irritation simmering underneath. “Hello, Selena. And hey, Nox. How’s it going, dude?”

Nox returned the greeting with a smile and a casual hug. “I’m good, Jack. How about you?”

“I’m okay,” Jack replied, casting a glance at Selena. “Ron and I are heading to the canteen. You guys wanna come?”

Ron jumped in eagerly. “Selena, I’m in. Do you want to ...