Chapter 98

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 join us?” Nox turned to Selena. “What do you say?” Selena opened her mouth. “Nox, I—” But Jack cut in smoothly, his smile not quite reaching his eyes. “Of course she will. She wouldn’t say no to you, Nox.” Nox gave an awkward smile, while Selena shot Jack a confused look. Without waiting for an answer, Jack turned and walked toward the canteen. At the canteen, the tension was thick. Jack sat down with his food, opposite Selena. Ron and Nox were deep in conversation, animatedly talking about their latest game. Selena and Jack,