Madelyn thought to herself, 'He's not so scary. He looks really cute when he smiles.'

Ethan reassured her, "You don't need to be afraid anymore. Where are you headed? I can give you a ride."

Madelyn wiped away the tears from her eyes with the back of her hand. "No, thank you. My driver will be here soon."

A faint smile graced his lips. "No trouble at all. I'll wait with you. Are you a student at Ventrocloud High School?"

Madelyn nodded. "Yes."

"Ms. Je— I mean Miss, here's your purse." His b