Chapter 31

It was clear she didn't enjoy the same treatment as Yovanna. Xavier tugged at her hair for a long time without success, mocking her, "Ms. Jennings, your hair is too dry." "You're right." "Perhaps you should consider shopping somewhere else for shirts. These buttons are terribly made." Xavier snapped another strand of her hair with a grin that showed his teeth. Just as he was about to give up and yank her hair free, Yovanna's cheerful voice rang from outside, "Xavy, I'm back!" Without thinking, Xavier hurriedly untangled her hair from his button and pushed her down under the desk. Miranda sat on the floor, her expression momentarily blank with surprise. Yovanna entered, blissfully unaware of the awkward scene. With a plush toy in her arms, she skipped over to Xavier. "Xavy, look at the plushie I bought. Isn't it cute?" "Stop right there!" "Xavy?" Yovanna froze, surprised by his sudden command. Clearing his throat, Xavier quickly regained his composure. "I suddenly feel like