Chapter 327

Mayra said, "Got it. I'll head over in a bit." She knew the way to the principal's office well. Almost everyone had gone to lunch, so the building was nearly empty. As she climbed the stairs, she saw Shane waiting outside the office. When he saw her, he opened the door for her. A familiar fragrance filled the air as she walked in. Sure enough, Anderson was the only one there, sitting on the sofa. "Andy, why didn't you tell me you were coming to the school?" He put down the newspaper he was reading and extended his hand. "Come here." She clasped her hands behind her back, squinting at him. "You're up to something. There's no good reason for this." He unfolded his legs and focused his deep, unreadable eyes on her. Seeing the mushroom soup and her favorite dishes on the table, Mayra sat down. She held her spoon, but her hand slipped, dropping it. The pain from yesterday had intensified, and this morning, she had struggled to get out of bed. Before she could bend down, she felt he