Girl from Parallel universe -Part 1

As Kai and Sebastian exchanged bewildered glances, their confusion mirrored in the furrowed brows and puzzled expressions that danced across their faces. Had they heard Lucas correctly? Could it truly be Grace making her grand entrance into the cafeteria?

Sebastian's voice broke through the haze of uncertainty, his tone tinged with disbelief as he sought clarification. "I guess I heard it wrong, can you repeat?" he asked, his confusion palpable.

But Lucas, ever the picture of confidence, simply nodded in affirmation, his gaze fixed on the figure making her way through the crowd. "It's not Olivia," he reiterated, his voice carrying a note of certainty. "It's Grace."

And just like that, the pieces fell into place, the realization dawning on Kai and Sebastian like a bolt of lightning. Grace – the enigmatic newcomer who had captured their attention and fueled their curiosity – was the center of attention once again, her presence commanding the room with an effortless grace that left the boys in awe.

As she moved through the crowd with the regal poise of a queen, all eyes turned to follow her, their expressions ranging from amused admiration to outright adoration. Clad in the same crop top and olive green cargos that she had worn in the art room, Grace seemed unfazed by the attention, her demeanor exuding a quiet confidence that spoke volumes.

With her ears blocked by the headphones she wore and a bandanna wrapped around her hand, Grace appeared to be lost in her own world, oblivious to the whispers and stares that trailed in her wake.

As Grace made her way towards the exit with her meal, a familiar voice cut through the bustling chatter of the cafeteria, drawing her attention to the figure who had stepped into her path. With a curious tilt of her head, she removed her headphones, finally giving her full attention to the person before her.

"Hey, join us for dinner," Lucas invited, his tone warm and welcoming as he gestured towards the table where he and his friends sat. "My friends are here as well."

Grace's lips curved into a small smile at the invitation, a sense of curiosity twinkling in her eyes as she considered the offer. "So you are the new heartbreaker," Sebastian chimed in, popping up from behind Lucas's shoulder with a mischievous grin.

Returning Sebastian's grin with one of her own, Grace nodded in acknowledgment. "Where to sit?" she asked, her tone casual as she fell into step beside Lucas.

"The afternoon spot," Lucas replied, leading the way with confident strides as he guided Grace towards their chosen table. With a sense of camaraderie and anticipation hanging in the air, the four of them settled into their seats around the round white table, ready to enjoy their meal and each other's company in the bustling cafeteria.

As Grace settled into the chair between Kai and Lucas, she retrieved her phone from her pocket, briefly pausing her playlist before slipping it back into its place. With her headphones resting on the table before her, she turned her attention to Lucas as he began the introductions.

"Let me introduce you to my friends," Lucas said, directing his words towards Grace. "You've already met Sebastian, my best friend, and to your left is Kai."

Sebastian waved his hand with an exaggerated flourish, a playful grin lighting up his features as he greeted Grace once again. She couldn't help but smile at his jovial demeanor before turning her gaze to her left, where Kai sat with a forced smile that betrayed his inner discomfort.

"Nice to see you again," Kai greeted, his voice tinged with a hint of tension as he recalled their earlier encounter. He couldn't shake the feeling that he had made a terrible impression on Grace, his mind swirling with thoughts of how she must perceive him after their awkward exchange.