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Her deskmate whispered a word of thanks. His voice was as soft as a mosquito and Marisa asked, "Did someone speak just now? I didn't heat anything."

The deskmate was speechless.

Emily picked up her schoolbag and nudged Marisa. "Let's go."

Before leaving, Emily saw that Lucy was still reading a book and asked, "Lucy, are you not leaving?"

This was the first time Lucy had been asked this question after school. She didn't know what to say and was at a loss.

"Are you going to study with them?" Emily asked.

"Could you wait for me?" Lucy asked Emily without hesitation.

"Sure." Emily and Marisa stood at the back door waiting for Lucy.

Many students had left. It was dinner time and everyone rushed into the canteen. There were only a few people in the corridor. Only Marisa and Emily stood face to face at the back door of the classroom.

"They didn't cause trouble for you, did they?" Marisa asked.