Claimed And Marked By Her Stepbrother Mates - Chapter 95

Chapter 95: 95-Things I Wish To Unsee

Helanie:

My blood ran cold, and my eyes fixated on her face. I was terrified for myself. What if she saw the test? I will be in so much danger.

There was no way she wouldn’t tell the other top seniors. I already had a bad start with them, and this news would be used against me to kick me out of the academy. And Norman would love that very much.

“Come on, show me what you’ve got there,” I wished I had remembered that the hostel wasn’t just for juniors but also for seniors.

“You’re not allowed in this corner,” Sage folded her arms over her chest, her eyes narrowing at me.

“Oh, I’m sorry. I’ll leave,” I attempted to sidestep her, but she blocked my path, making me wonder what she was up to.

The beautiful red silk gown she wore made her look like a goddess, but the malice in her eyes ruined her purity.

“Now, come on, take it out. Let me see what you’ve been hiding back there,” she insisted. Finally, when I refused to show her my hands, she stretched her arms behind my back and forced my hands forward. That’s when I felt another pair of hands grasp mine, prying my fingers open as they brought my hands fully into view.

Now my hands were in Sage’s sight, and her eyes fixated on how empty they were.

“Where did it go? I know you were hiding something. Tell me, where did it go?” she demanded angrily, glaring at me.

I turned to my side to see who else had arrived and who could have taken it from me. My heart sank when I saw Jenny standing beside me.

“I got it for you,” she said, a strange smile on her lips.

“Show me. What was she hiding behind her back?” Sage demanded from Jenny, and I started to panic.

“This!” Jenny stretched out her hand, and I began shaking my head.

“It is none of y–” before I could finish, Sage’s angry grunt silenced me.

“Such an expensive chocolate bar. I wonder how you could afford it. Oh, I see! You were eating it here so you wouldn’t have to share it with your roommates,” Sage’s laughter echoed as my head turned toward Jenny, who held a chocolate bar in her hand.

“Anyway, I’m not interested in this. I wonder how many calories it has. But that doesn’t mean you can roam the hallways at this time. Now, go back to your rooms,” she said, pointing towards the staircase. Both Jenny and I nodded quickly before running towards the stairs.

I didn’t even think about using the elevator in the moment. We hurriedly began climbing the stairs together.

“I know you have plenty of questions for me,” I said as we walked up the stairs, no longer rushing.

“Yeah, like, why are these top seniors so rude?” Jenny’s nonchalant tone caught me off guard, and I slowed down even more.

“I mean about–what I was hiding behind my back,” I said, watching her pause with me before biting her tongue.

“Oh, sorry. Here,” she said, handing it back with a smile.

“You’re not going to ask me any questions?” I wondered if she knew it would make me uncomfortable or if she simply hadn’t noticed the positive lines.

“About what?” she asked with a casual shrug.

“About the test,” I said, finding it hard to bring up the topic with anyone.

“Oh, I mean, we have ovaries; we get pregnant. What’s so shocking about it?” she said, giving me a warm smile before reaching out to gently hold my hand between hers.

“I just want you to know that I’m in full support of you–” she started, but I interrupted her, needing to tell her the truth.

“What if I don’t want this baby?” I said softly, watching her nod with understanding. She didn’t look shocked, not even for a moment.

“Then I’m here for you. I can arrange everything if that’s what you want, and no one will ever find out,” she said. There was something so calm about her demeanor that it made me wonder if anything ever surprised her.

“You don’t want to hold this leverage over me? To get me to do something for you?” The words slipped out of my mouth reflexively. Too many people in my life had used my vulnerabilities against me, and I assumed she’d do the same.

“I don’t think people who take advantage of someone’s misery are good people,” she replied, giving me a sad look.

“I didn’t mean to question you–” I sighed, feeling guilty.

“It’s okay. I understand why you wouldn’t trust anyone. As a rogue, life must have taught you a lot. Do you live alone?” she asked, sitting down on the staircase and patting the empty step beside her.

I sat down with her, staring off into the distance. “I have no one who wants me.”

I didn’t want to overshare and risk regretting it later, but I didn’t want to lie either. So, I chose the middle ground.

“Where do you stay when you’re not at the academy?” Of course, that question had to come up. No one could survive these mountains or woods alone without a roof over their heads.

“I–” I filled my mouth with air, trying to think of a lie. I didn’t even know how I’d managed to survive this long. I guess I had Kaye to thank for giving me a suite to stay in.

“I’m only asking because the academy hostel closes during vacations or holidays. Do you have a place to stay then?” she asked, her eyes filled with concern as she sat before me, looking so genuinely innocent.

“I don’t,” I admitted, this time being entirely honest.

“Oh, well, no worries. You can come stay with me in my pack! I have an all-pink bedroom. We can share it or–wait, what’s your favorite color?” she asked enthusiastically, but I just stared at the wall.

She was kind, and her offer seemed sincere, but the answer to her question felt different now.

“I like black. It represents strength and power. Darkness and mystery,” I said, unable to think of rainbow colors in my current situation.

“That is so cool!” she grinned widely. “You’re the badass type, I get it. But hey, I’m taking you with me during holidays and vacations, and I won’t take no for an answer.”

Her pout was so adorable that it made me laugh a little.

“By the way, what were you doing out of your room at this time?” I asked, curiosity getting the better of me.

“I was getting bored in my room. Gavin was leaving, so I left too, but then he went outside, and I decided to wander around when I heard your voice,” she explained. Then she pulled out a chocolate bar from her side bag.

“I carry chocolates. Don’t ask me why,” she said playfully. Her way of talking was so comforting, and she didn’t seem judgmental at all. As she insisted, I accepted the chocolate with a small smile on my lips.

“Hey, I’ll be there with you when you make a decision, okay?” she added.

It was time for us to leave. I gave her a nod, and we both got up from our spots. She pointed to the elevator for me, and I guessed she didn’t mind me using it.

“I’ll see you in the morning, and please don’t worry too much. We’ll figure something out, okay?” she said, patting my shoulder and helping me into the elevator.

As the doors closed, I sighed in relief. She could be faking her kindness, and maybe she would go around telling others. I couldn’t be sure.

At least her initial response helped me calm down. Otherwise, I would have completely freaked out.

I made my way to my floor and briefly stopped to look out through the large open corridors. It was so foggy and peaceful outside, even in the dark.

Hugging myself to shield against the cold, I walked steadily to my room door and opened it. But the sight before my eyes was something I swear I had never expected to see.

Lamar was in his bed, on top of some girl. He was naked, with a blanket covering his lower body.

“You’ve got to be kidding me, Lamar! This is not a room for your *fun activities*! Why the heck did you bring someone here? What if the warden sees her–” I started ranting, not caring that I was ruining his so-called fun time.

I was beyond furious, already upset about the pregnancy test, and now this.

My voice startled them, and Lamar instantly rolled to the side while the girl sat up, holding his sweater to her chest to cover herself.

“What the–” My hands flew to my mouth as I recognized her.

Lucy.

She stared back at me, her eyes wide with shock.

“Lucy! What the fuck!” I yelled.