Chapter 69: Afternoon troubles 2

Chapter 69: Afternoon troubles 2



After Class ended Seo and I decided to take our lunch together.

Making our way to the cafeteria, Seo and I noticed the absurd number of students busily trying to take any available seats.

"Everyone sure is lively today..." Seo commented.

"Yes..." I replied, observing the bustling scene.

Although the reason was obvious, it was still surprising to see so many students here.

Did they miss the cafeteria food that much, even though most of the items here cost around 2,000 gems on average?

Considering that most students, surviving off missions and such, only earn an average of around 10,000-15,000 gems every moth at best, it was pretty surprising to see some students from the lower classes actually buying food here.

The food inside the commercial district is much cheaper, so I reckoned all of them would've gathered there like usual.

'Is there something different now?' I wondered.

Looking around, it was clear that finding any available seats here was going to be a hassle just from the sheer number of students lining up in the canteen.

Even the staff were busily trying to handle all of them.

Although I was the one who invited Seo to have lunch here, it seemed we might have to change our plans for a bit.

"Seo, how about we have lunch somewhere else?" I suggested.

"Ok..." came Seo's fast response. She also realized that we would only be wasting time here if we waited for some seats to open up.

We could probably use our authority as A-class students to force out the ones sitting, but that would just be plain old bullying.

Besides, I don't want to have such a record attached to my name.

As much as power hierarchy rules this place, at the end of the day we are all just students trying our best to survive this hellish academy in our own ways.

Turning around, Seo and I were just about to leave when a sudden commotion took place. "Wow, look!"

"She's so pretty."

"Is that...?"

"Look, it's the princess!"

"Why is she here?"

"I've heard she sometimes visits the cafeteria along with a black-haired boy, but to think the rumors were actually true."

"But she's alone now, though?"

Conversations rallied up like a buzzing feed as all of them stared at the goddess walking closer to the cafeteria...

'Snow?'

'But Lucas is not with her though?'

Walking right behind us was the very epitome of beauty itself, Princess Snow White.ViiSiit novelbi/n(.)c/(o)m for latest novels

She had a very natural and esteemed look and grace in her aura as she walked closer to us.

Ignoring the people mesmerized by her, she casually walked past everyone as they made way for her.

Her eyes locked onto mine, and she suddenly smiled in the most nonchalant of ways, as if we were long-time friends.

It was disarming, to say the least.

"Good afternoon, Riley... and Miss Seo, perhaps?" Snow greeted us warmly.

"Yes, good afternoon, Your Highness," I replied, making a slight bow.

"Good afternoon, Your Highness..." Seo followed my lead, bowing as well. Although this was probably only Seo's and Snow's second time meeting, they were essentially acquaintances now, which saved me the trouble of introducing them.

"Are you two about to have lunch, perhaps?" Snow said with a smile, subtly glancing at Seo.

Like a long-time friend you haven't seen in a while, she casually initiated a conversation as if it were nothing.

Talking to someone wasn't particularly difficult, but even still, after what happened to us a week ago, I thought she might be a bit more reluctant to speak with me-especially after that kiss.

'Is she alright now?' I wondered, feeling a pang of uncertainty.

I had a feeling she had been purposely avoiding me all this time, but seeing her now, I guess that wasn't the case?

"Yes, Your Highness, but as you can see, there are a lot of people here, so Seo and I were about to go out," I explained, gesturing toward the crowded cafeteria.

Snow nodded. "I understand. The cafeteria does seem particularly busy today... but don't worry, a table was specially reserved for me today!" she said with a clap, then gently grabbed hold of my right hand.

"Uh-Your Highness?" I stammered, taken aback by the sudden contact.

"Excuse me?" I asked, still a bit skeptical. I knew Snow's character the best. She was the type

to do things with utmost purpose, always having some plan in mind.

Her actions lately seemed to contradict that, but even so, she was essentially the same Snow

from the game.

There was no way she didn't have a motive.

Was she here to discuss the upcoming student council elections? Or perhaps to entice me to

join her side for the grand festival?

Considering all the political schemes that happen there, did she want me to become her

representative?

Now that I think about it... isn't she a bit more beautiful than usual?

Her hair was braided up high in a bun, highlighting her delicate pale nape.

Her usually disheveled bangs that sometimes hid her captivating blue eyes were now

meticulously put to the side by a beautiful snowflake hairpin.

A pair of blue earrings that matched her overall color scheme also highlighted her already

stunning features.

She looked like an angel who had descended into this very world.

Honestly, it was hard not to get lost staring at her due to her beauty alone.

Not to mention...

'Isn't her dress a bit more... sexier today?'

I knew the heroines each had their own unique types of uniform, but the white uniform she

was wearing right now was a tad bit too unique, no?

From what I remember, Snow doesn't like showing her skin in front of other people due to her

complexion, which she was secretly sensitive about.

That was why she always wore a shawl or a white cardigan and jacket to cover up most of her skin, sometimes even wearing white gloves just to make up for it during summer.

Yet here she was, wearing a sleeveless white uniform that showcased the beauty of her white

arms. Even the skirt she wore was a bit shorter than usual.

Although she wore white tights to cover up her pristine legs, somehow... it made her look even

more erotic?

I couldn't help but feel my cheeks flush slightly at the thought.

Snow, usually so reserved and modest, was now dressed in a way that emphasized her natural

beauty in a more alluring manner.

It was as if she had transformed into a vision of elegance and sensuality.

Snow noticed my lingering gaze and tilted her head slightly, a playful glint in her eyes. "Riley,

is something wrong?" she asked with a gentle smile.

"N-no, Your Highness," I stammered, quickly averting my eyes.

"Fufu- is that so?" she said, pausing lightly as she picked up her knife and fork. "Please don't

think too much about my actions for today, Riley."

"I knew it might seem suspicious but...."

"I just wanted to spend some time with you~"

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The moment she said those words, a heavy silence descended over the entire cafeteria.

Glancing around, I noticed that everyone had paused, their conversations and even their

eating interrupted by Snow's statement. 'Were these people seriously listening...?'