The Weight of Life

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

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

Blair was undoubtedly sharp. She had a clear grasp of her situation.