Chapter 73: Fight for ownership

Owen's POV I had just arrived at the school and was on my way to the art room when I saw Audrey coming towards me. "Hi Owen," she said with a smile. I sighed wondering what she wanted again. She was my friend but I was finding it hard to tolerate her these days. "If this is about your birthday, then you don't have to worry. I will get your gift," I said without stopping. "That's so nice of you but that's not why I'm here," she replied. I quickened my pace. "Why aren't you stopping? Aren't you curious as to why I'm here?" she asked. "I'm not. If you didn't already know, we have our final examinations coming up. I need to finish up my painting and get ready," I responded. "I almost forgot you were one year ahead of us. Are you sure you aren't curious? What I'm about to say is very intriguing. It's about Genevieve," she deadpanned. I halted abruptly. "I knew that was going to catch your attention. I never thought there would be a day when I would see you this way," she muttered. I turned