Chapter 1011

Jonah was calling Hailey's name! Hailey felt her heartbeat speed up instantly. She looked toward Jonah, and across the sea of students, their eyes locked on each other. They didn't say a word, but that single glance spoke volumes. A rush of warmth flooded her chest. Hailey answered loudly, "I'm here!" Jonah wore a faint smile before he went on taking the attendance. At that moment, Hailey could hear the frantic pounding of her own heart. Once the roll call was done, Jonah began the lecture. It was a humanities class that afternoon. As he stood at the podium, the tall, refined man spoke with ease and confidence. His charm and knowledge turned even the driest texts into something vivid and engaging. The students were completely drawn in, listening with full attention. Before long, Jonah said, "Class, I'd like to raise a question. What do you think love really is?" It was the interactive part of the lecture, and a wave of hands shot up immediately, eager for his attention. Jona