CHAPTER 135

Ethan's heart began beating fast as soon as he heard Erica's threat.

His hands began trembling. He wanted justice for the unjust scores he received, but not at the expense of losing his place entirely in the school.

He wanted to apologize immediately; he could not afford to be expelled. He knew that Brian's mother had the connections to do that.

The sharp, accusing glares of Brian and his mother felt like daggers, piercing his small body.

Slowly, he took a step forward, his lips trembling as he opened his mouth to speak. "I—"

But before he could utter another word, Nathan placed a firm hand on his shoulder, stopping him from saying anything.

"Ethan," Nathan said softly, his voice steady and filled with authority, "you have nothing to apologize for."

Ethan looked up at him, his eyes wide with confusion and fear.

All Ethan wanted to do at that moment was to make peace... to make things right, even if it meant sacrificing his pride.

"But... if I don’t... she’ll..." Ethan said, his voice
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