Chapter 19

Jace stepped forward, concern etched on his face. "We saw what was happening, and we wanted to make sure you were alright, Itzy."

Linus, Laszlo, and Ryker nodded in agreement, their eyes conveying their genuine care for her well-being.

Surprise filled Itzy's eyes. She looked at Ajax, and upon seeing him staring at the newcomers who had just entered the classroom, she turned her attention back to them.

"You know them, Itzy?" Ajax asked, holding her hand.

"Uh... Uhm..." Itzy hesitated. She didn't want anyone to know that she knew those four.

Ajax turned to her and smiled. "It's fine, you can tell me the truth. Are they scaring you? Are they bullying you?"