107 to 53 - Classroom Clash!

The Elite Class 1-A classroom was arranged with long rows of wooden tables and chairs, separated by a short flight of wide stairs.

Following the System's advice, Mel and Lila settled into the front row where fewer students gathered with fewer questions about their relationships. Or so the System claimed.

Mel shifted comfortably in her seat, fully aware that her Partner's "suggestions" always came with hidden intentions.

As the minutes went by, Mel counted eleven students filling the classroom, some greeting them kindly, while others dodged her gaze like scaredy cats.

Eventually, her eyes brightened when the two familiar twins entering.

"..."

"..."

As Seraphine puffed out a 'hmph' and walked up the stairs, Mel stopped her with an outstretched hand.

"What?"

Mel smiled as the sister raised an annoyed brow. "The ring. You forgot to return it to me!"

Seraphine blinked in confusion, then sighed and reached into her pocket.