Irina's fiery yellow eyes narrowed as she watched Julia stride purposefully across the room, her every step oozing confidence. The scrape of Julia's chair against the floor felt like a provocation in itself, and Irina's irritation flared like embers catching wind. She didn't miss the way the room fell silent, every student hanging on Julia's bold declaration.
"Astron. Join my team."
Irina clenched her fists, her fiery hair shimmering faintly as her temper simmered. 'That snake,' she thought, her gaze locked onto Julia. 'She's already making her move. Brazen, arrogant, and completely ignoring who he is.'
