Sera pov

The morning sun was already warm as we sat outside the exam hall, textbooks and notes scattered around, the Sovereign Circle gathered together like they always did before a big test.

I tried to focus on my notes, but my stomach kept twisting in a way that had nothing to do with nerves.

I scrunched my face subtly, hoping no one would notice. Just a little discomfort… nothing serious.

But Alexander noticed.

He didn’t say anything immediately, didn’t make a big scene, but I ...