Bab 31: Back Off!

"Think you can handle the pressure today, Aria?" Logan's voice slithered through the air, cutting through the early morning calm.

Aria paused, hands tightening around her laptop bag. She forced a calm smile, turning to meet his gaze. "Pressure makes diamonds, Logan. Guess we'll see who shines."

Logan's smirk was sharp, a glint of malice in his eyes. "Don't get too comfortable. This place has a way of crushing those who think they're invincible."

Without waiting for a response, he walked off, the click of his heels echoing down the corridor. Aria watched him go, feeling a pang of unease but shaking it off as she stepped into her office. Today was going to be challenging enough without letting Logan's games get to her.