Mallory couldn't help but roll her eyes as Anna persisted in her actions to vie for Stella's attention under the veil of student council work. However Mallory knew very well that Stella had to keep face and agree to meet Anna even if for some reason she didn't want to.
As Mallory observed Stella's and Anna's little interaction, something Stella did piqued Mallory's interest. Stella despite her outward presentation had instinctively clench her fist for a split second once Anna had caught her attention.
After a few moments of planning Anna returned to her seat to gather up her stuff before leaving, realizing that Mallory had no intention of leaving as she kept happily tapping away on her phone while occasionally stealing glances at Stella.
With Anna gone and her stuff tucked away Stella turned to Mallory with a smile which caused a slight eyebrow raise. With a smile Mallory grabbed her bag before interlocking her arm with Stella's before leading her out the room.