Mia's POV

The whispers around me were deafening as Tristan guided me down the hallway, his presence commanding enough to part the sea of students. Some murmured insults under their breath, others whispered enviously.

Did you see that? Shes with Tristan.

Why would someone like him care about her?

I tried to block it all out, focusing instead on the warmth of his hand on my back as he led me toward the schools main entrance. My heart was still racing from the encounter ...