Chapter 40

The next day at school, Alex found Ryan by the lockers. He had been thinking about Ryan and Samira’s growing closeness for a while now, and though Alex trusted Samira completely, he couldn’t help feeling protective. Samira had been through so much, and the last thing Alex wanted was for anyone to hurt her, especially after everything they had faced together.

Ryan was pulling a textbook out of his locker when Alex approached. He noticed Alex coming and gave a friendly smile, but Alex's expression was serious, and it stopped Ryan in his tracks.

"Hey, Alex," Ryan said, his voice casual but with a hint of uncertainty. "What’s up?"

Alex crossed his arms, standing a little taller as he looked at Ryan directly. "We need to talk."

Ryan blinked, confused by the tone. "Okay, sure. What about?"

"About Samira," Alex said, his voice calm but firm.

Ryan’s brows furrowed. "Is something wrong? Did I—"

"No," Alex cut in. "Not yet. But let me make this clear, Ryan." He stepped a little closer, lowering
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