I pushed Rhys away from me, my hands trembling with rage and something else I didn't want to name. His dark eyes gleamed with mockery as he stumbled back, that infuriating smirk never leaving his face.
"What's wrong, Elara? You seemed so concerned about my opinion a moment ago," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Wasn't I 'dirty' last night? That's what you called me, right?"
My cheeks burned at the reminder of our encounter in the dark room. I clutched my bag tighter, wishing I could disappear.
"Just leave me alone," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.
"Why should I?" Rhys stepped closer again, towering over me. "For me, you're still the nerd I rejected. Nothing's changed."
The words hit like a physical blow. I turned away, blinking back tears that threatened to spill over. I wouldn't give him the satisfaction of seeing me cry. Not again.
"I'm calling Ethan," I muttered, fumbling for my phone.