Chapter 161 Avoiding His Beloved

• Aidan's heart pounded as he walked through the bustling school hallway. The sounds of laughter, conversations, and locker doors slamming seemed distant as he caught sight of Emily approaching from the other end of the corridor. She looked as beautiful as ever, her long, dark hair cascading over her shoulders, and her eyes sparkling with warmth. Today she wore a light blue dress that accentuated her graceful figure, paired with a simple necklace that gleamed softly under the fluorescent lights.
• But despite the magnetic pull he felt toward her, Aidan forced himself to look away. He turned on his heel and walked in the opposite direction, his chest tightening with every step. He clenched his fists, trying to steel himself against the overwhelming urge to run back to her.
• "Aidan! Hey, wait up!" Emily called after him, her voice filled with confusion and hurt.