chapter 11

The next day, Alex walked into school alongside Samira, who had been by his side every step of the way. The events of the past few days felt surreal, like something out of a nightmare, but Alex felt different now. Stronger. The weight of the amulet hanging from his neck was no longer a burden—it was a source of power, a connection to his mother and Grandma Chen.

As they entered the crowded hallway, Samira shot Alex a concerned glance. “You sure you’re ready for this?”

Alex nodded, his eyes scanning the familiar faces of students chatting and laughing in groups. “I have to be. I’m done being afraid.”

It didn’t take long for Victor and his gang to notice Alex. The look of shock on Victor’s face was almost comical. His eyes widened as if he had seen a ghost. After all, he and his crew had left Alex for dead just a day ago.

“Chen?” Victor stammered, disbelief and panic creeping into his voice as he pushed through the crowd. Jake and Emily followed close behind, their expressions just as c
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