A male classmate noticed her first, and subsequently waved at her. “Ah, Cheng Xi’s here.” He motioned toward a seat by his side. “Sit here with us. We left a seat open just for you.”

The others at the table turned around, looking at her. Normally, they acted like lascivious wolves, but on this occasion, they were reserved and smiling. “You’re here, Cheng Xi?”

Rou hissed at her, “Come join...