Chapter 19: The Grand Show

The next morning, Kit descended the stairs to find that Anna was already out. The housemaid informed her that Anna had left early today. Kit found this peculiar because Anna usually waited for her to leave together, but never allowed her to ride in the car, seemingly to embarrass her on purpose. However, Anna never showed any dislike for Kit in front of Mary, and even the driver, who had watched Anna grow up, helped conceal this. Kit was long used to it and actually felt a sense of peace when she went to school alone. Today, since Anna left early, Mary specifically arranged for the driver to take Kit to school, which felt like a bitterly ironic warmth to her.

Upon arriving at school, Kit noticed an unusual atmosphere. Everyone was whispering, and glances were frequently cast towards Anna. Anna, carrying several large bags, walked through the school gate. Her steps were heavy yet graceful, with her usual smile on her face. With each step, the bags made slight noises, almost announcing her presence.

When almost all the students had arrived, Anna began to act. She carried the bags from Class 1 to Class F, attracting numerous curious glances as she passed through the other six classes due to the sheer number of items. She walked slowly, carefully avoiding any mishaps, sweat forming on her forehead, yet she maintained her smile. Before long, students from other classes gathered outside Class F, whispering and guessing what she was up to.

Anna finally reached Jenny's desk with difficulty. Carefully placing the items on the desk, she smiled and said, "Jenny, can you come to my house after school these days? I need your help with something."

At first, Jenny didn't understand what she was doing, but she was soon stunned by what Anna brought. The bags were filled with chocolates and snacks that could only be bought abroad, beautifully packaged and exuding an enticing aroma. The most eye-catching item was a bracelet designed by the famous designer Y. It was an exclusive piece by the genius designer, unattainable in the market. The surrounding classmates gasped in amazement, their eyes filled with envy and jealousy.

"Oh my, Anna, where did you get this bracelet? I've been looking for it for a long time," Georgia asked enviously, her gaze almost glued to the bracelet.

"My dad got it abroad through someone. I always liked Y's designs, so my dad kept an eye out for me," Anna replied with a smile, her tone carrying a hint of pride.

"That's the benefit of being the richest man's daughter, such happiness," someone said enviously.

"It's not like that," Anna feigned modesty, but the smile in her eyes was hard to conceal.

Jenny's eyes lit up as she picked up the bracelet, unable to put it down, her fingers gently stroking the intricate patterns, and she asked with a smile, "What do you need my help with?"

Anna seemed a bit embarrassed, stammering, "Actually, I want you to teach me to dance." She lowered her head, her fingers nervously twisting the hem of her clothes, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz.

Jenny suddenly understood, with a tone of sarcasm: "Oh, I see, not teaching you, but teaching your so-called sister, right? This isn't a sincere way to ask for help. If you want help, the person asking should come themselves."

After speaking, Jenny looked towards the back of the room where Kit sat, and the surrounding classmates followed her gaze. Kit sat there quietly, expressionless, as if none of this concerned her.

"No, it's not like that. My sister is shy. I'll come," Anna said with a falsely earnest tone, her voice tinged with a hint of grievance.

"If you want my help, the person asking must come themselves, otherwise there's no sincerity at all," Jenny said bluntly, her eyes flashing with disdain.

Anna appeared very troubled. She turned to Kit and said, "Sister, would you come to ask Jenny?" Her voice trembled slightly, her eyes filled with pleading.

Kit coldly refused, "No need!" Her tone was firm and icy, her gaze unwavering.

Georgia indignantly questioned, "What an attitude! Anna is trying to help you, and this is how you repay her?" Her voice was filled with blame and anger.

Hearing this, Anna lowered her head, looking extremely aggrieved, tears welling up in her eyes. The boys nearby couldn't stand it and started accusing Kit of being cold and heartless, noting that she had signed up for the performance despite not knowing how to dance, and when Anna tried to get her a teacher, she showed no gratitude.

As Kit repeatedly rejected Anna's requests, the atmosphere in the classroom grew increasingly tense. Anna, with tears in her eyes, looked extremely aggrieved. The classmates whispered among themselves, accusing Kit of being cold-hearted. Kit remained expressionless, her gaze cold and unwavering.

At this moment, Terrence stood up from his seat. He was highly respected among his classmates. He walked over to Kit and said in a slightly reproachful tone, "Anna is doing this for your own good. Why don't you go?" His voice was not loud but carried an air of authority, as if declaring an undeniable truth.

Upon hearing this, Anna discreetly lifted her head, her eyes filled with a grateful glimmer. She nodded slightly, her gaze full of expectation and gratitude. Seeing her reaction, Terrence felt reassured, giving Anna a confident look, as if saying, "Don't worry, once I speak, Kit will comply."

Terrence was confident that Kit would agree under his persuasion. He stood there, waiting for Kit's response. However, Kit didn't even glance at him and coldly refused again, "No need!" Her voice was cold and resolute, showing no sign of compromise.

Terrence felt his face burning, as if he had been slapped. He stood there, feeling the surprised gazes of his classmates around him, a mix of embarrassment and anger swelling inside. He had been so confident that he could resolve the issue, but Kit's attitude left him deeply disappointed.

With a dark expression, he turned and stormed out of the classroom. The door closed with a heavy thud, echoing his dissatisfaction and anger. The classroom fell silent, everyone stunned by the unexpected turn of events.

Seeing this, Anna's tears finally fell. She felt a wave of helplessness and grievance, but more so a burning anger and confusion towards Kit. She couldn't understand why Kit was always so indifferent, not even listening to Terrence. The others looked at Kit with reproach, yet Kit remained seated, her gaze cold, as if none of this concerned her.

With tears glistening in her eyes, Anna's tears streamed down her cheeks, blurring her vision. She wiped her tears with the back of her hand, took a deep breath, and forced a bitter smile. She turned to Jenny and said, "Thank you, Jenny. Although my sister doesn't need help, the gift is already given, and there's no taking it back."

Her voice was choked with sobs, her words tinged with helplessness and grievance. The surrounding classmates felt sorry for her, some even offering soft words of comfort. Anna's tears fell to the floor, her sobbing quiet but clear in the silent classroom.

She ran back to Class 1 crying, her tears falling like broken pearls. Anna felt extremely wronged, as if all her efforts and good intentions had been shattered by Kit's coldness. She ran back to her seat, lying on the desk, sobbing, her shoulders shaking as if pouring out her heart's pain and helplessness.

Class 1 students saw Anna crying so sadly, they gathered around, concerned, asking what had happened. Anna didn't answer, just buried her head and cried, soaking her sleeves with tears.

In Class F, Jenny sat there, feeling secretly pleased. She knew the more Kit refused, the more everyone would blame her for being cold-hearted, while Anna would appear more kind and considerate. Her plan was succeeding step by step, filling her heart with dark satisfaction. She looked at the bracelet, her resolve stronger: "Kit, this time you'll definitely make a fool of yourself in front of the whole school. I'll make everyone see your incompetence and cowardice."

Kit sat quietly at her desk, her heart as calm as still water.