Chapter 11 Shadows of the Past : Tessa's Awakening Chapter 11 Shadows of the Past : Tessa's Awakening After finishing her assignment , Tessa sat on her bed and began playing a game . A knock at the door interrupted her . She got up and opened it . " Tessa , it's me , " came her grandfather's voice . 15 +5 Free Coins Hearing him . Tessa stepped aside to let Walter in . " Grandpa , what's wrong ? " Walter leaned on her for support as he entered the roo " Tessa , tell me what really happened five years ago . You re my granddaughter , and I won't let those who wronged you go unpunished . " " Grandpa , you don't need to worry about it . I can handle it myself . " Walter was already old ; there was no need for him to stress over her troubles .. " I know you've been hurt , " Walter said with a heavy heart . " Five years ago , I wasn't here to protect you . But now that I'm back , no one will dare bully you . Focus on your studies and leave everything else to me . " He handed her a card . " Take this . If you need anything , buy it . If the money runs out , I'll give you more . Don't let yourself suffer , understand ? A girl your age should enjoy dressing up and being happy ." Tessa's throat tightened at the warmth she hadn't felt in so long . Even someone as strong as her couldn't help but feel touched . " Thank you , Grandpa . " Although she was already far wealthier than the entire Sinclair family combined , she couldn't bring herself to refuse his kindness . That afternoon , as soon as Tessa arrived at school , Lina called her yet again . Finding a quiet corner , Tessa answered . " Phantom , did you offend someone recently ? " Lina asked . " I offend people every day ," Tessa replied dryly . Even if she didn't provoke anyone , trouble always found her . " Do you know Thorne Corp ? They're looking into you . It's all over the Lightwing Order ." " Thorne Corp ? " Tessa's tone remained nonchalant . " Got it . " " Be careful . Thorne Corp isn't someone you want to mess with . In Montedra , no corporation is more powerful than them . And their CEO , Landon , is the alpha of the Nightshade Pack - the strongest werewolf on the continent " I know . " Tessa still didn't seem fazed . " Don't contact me for a while . " Before Lina could respond , Tessa hung up . For her grandfather's sake , she wanted a few peaceful , grdinary days . 1/3 16:54 Wed , Apr 16 GO Chapter 11 Shadows of the Past : Tessa's Awakening . Returning to class , Tessa noticed the odd looks from her classmates but paid them no mind . Queenie smeered when she saw Tessa . Whether it was five years ago or now , Tessa always managed to irritate her . 76 % # After the first class ended . Tessa got up to head to the restroom . A girl from the row ahead followed her . " Tessa , hi ! I'm Ysabel Thome ," the girl said cheerfully . She was petite , with a cute demeanor and large , sparkling eyes . Tessa acknowledged her with a brief nod but didn't stop walking . " Wait . Tessa ! " Ysabel called , struggling to keep up with Tessa's longer stride . " What is it ? " Tessa asked , sensing no malice from the girl. " They posted photos of you fighting on the school forum . You looked so cool ! " Ysabel's face lit up admiration . " Photos ? " Tessa asked , narrowing her eyes . Ysabel handed her phone over. " Can I follow you ? Please ? " Ysabel asked with a grin . " No. " with Tessa scanned the photos , seeing the forum filled with discussions about her past - accusations of her being unruly and shameless . " Tessa , don't let it bother you . These people are just gossiping - they don't know anything . " Ysabel said earnestly . " Go back . Don't hang around me ," Tessa replied curtly . " Why not ? I really like you ! " Ysabel wasn't deterred by Tessa's cold demeanor . Tessa found herself unable to dislike Ysabel , who seemed harmless and genuine . She shrugged and let the girl tag along . " Tessa , will you teach me how to fight ? " Ysabel asked with wide , hopeful eyes . " I don't have a wolf either , but I want to be as cool as you ! " " No. " Why not ? " Ysabel pouted . " Do you not like me ? " " No. " " Why not ? Am I not cute enough ? Ysabel teased , flashing a playful smile . When Tessa didn't respond , Ysabel continued undeterred . " It's okay . You'll like me once you get to know me better ." 2/3 meu , C Chapter II Shadows of the Past : Tessa's Awakening Meanwhile , in the classroom , Queenie watched the pair with disdain . " Queenie , look ! Ysabel is hanging out with Tessa , " a classmate pointed out . K 76 % # + Free Coins " Hmph , that Ysabel . She needs a lesson to learn who's in charge of this class , " Queenie said coldly . " I'll make sure everyone isolates and bullies Tessa until she forced to leave Navoris ." " Got it . Anyone who hangs out with Tessa can't be any good ," another girl chimed in . Many resented Ysabel's beauty and academic success , which were wasted on someone without a prestigious family background - or a wolf . When the bell rang , Ysabel followed Tessa back into the classroom . Tessa sat in the last row , while Ysabel , being shorter , was seated in the third row , As Ysabel walked to her seat , someone stuck out a foot , tripping her . Ysabel stumbled forward , but before she hit the ground Tessa turned swiftly and caught her . " Who did that ? " Tessa's sharp gaze swept the room , silencing everyone instantly . Ysabel , still shaken , glanced around nervously . She knew many in the class disliked Tessa , but she hadn't expected them to target her so soon . Tessa , I'm fine , " Ysabel said quickly , hoping to prevent a confrontation . The girl who had tripped her , Yara Zane , hesitated but then stood up , trying to look defiant . " She tripped herself . What does it have to do with me ? What , are you going to fight me ? " Tessa helped Ysabel stand before walking toward Yara with slow , deliberate steps . " Apologize , " she demanded , her voice icy and commanding .