A Test of Life

Rowan personally escorted Lorelei into the exam hall. "Sienna hasn't been studying for long. Lorelei, your scores were solid—you'll surely do better than someone like her who's just looking for a shortcut," he said.

"Mhm!" Lorelei looked up at Rowan, her eyes sparkling with admiration and dependence—something Rowan clearly enjoyed.

Lorelei was undoubtedly sharp. She had a clear grasp of her situat