"Same as with people who claim to be smart," Allen said, frowning sligtly. "Chances are, they're only dingbats. Or people who claim they can sing. Plug your ears and run." He chuckled lightly.
• • •
Haley unrolled her silverware and set it neatly to the side of her plate. "This looks amazing," she said, inhaling the aroma.
• • •
Ares sauntered off, swinging his backpack up over his shoulder as he went and shooting glances at the females that looked his way.
Emily inclined her head towards him. "It was very nice meeting you, too," she said, with a gentle smile. "But please, there's no need to go hide yourself. It was a simple accident that's not worth you missing classes for."