Chapter 37 Thirty-seven - Azira

• "I'll be right back," I say, standing with my tray to return it and grab a dessert, when Professor Luigi walks in through the entrance, heading straight into my path.
• I grind my teeth together and keep my eyes on the floor, having no intention of looking at him after what happened. He must think I'm pathetic, running away like a coward, unable to face the darkness inside of me and what it means. Hastening my steps, I rush toward the station for dirty dishes and put my tray down.
• And that's when I feel a hand grab my elbow hard. "Do you think you can just run away from me?"