C25 Chapter 25 : Unmasked

“He’s… my professor,” Sophia whispered.

Ethan’s sharp gaze snapped to her, surprise flickering across his usually unreadable face. But what surprised him more was the way she reacted—shaken, hesitant.

Without thinking, Ethan reached out and grabbed Sophia’s wrist, pulling her hand away from the man. His grip was firm but careful, as if he was both protecting and anchoring her