"I don't get it. Why would a wealthy, attractive girl like you choose to hang out with those less fortunate?" one of the girls inquired with a hint of curiosity.
"You should join us instead; but you barely meet our standards anyway," they chuckled, their tone slightly mocking.
"Hmm, isn't that ironic? You're pretty much doing exactly what you accused me of—riding on someone else's coattails," Mia retorted with a knowing smile.
"You…" The girl's hand poised for a slap, only to be intercepted by 'Hee Young's swift grip and a steely side-glance that silenced the intended action.
"She's not worth it," Hee Young stated firmly, her stance unwavering as she crossed her arms, tilting her head to the side with a knowing smirk.
"Associating with trash only reflects poorly on you."
"Well, it's certainly better than embodying the traits of a vile, pretentious brat," Mia retorted with a cool demeanor and a hint of defiance in her tone. Hee Young's facial expression twisted slightly and as her eyes narrowed coldy, Slowly exhaling, she exuded an aura of calculated confidence and suddenly flashed a bright, almost mocking smile.
"You can talk all you want," she declared with a hint of arrogance, "because, in the end, everyone wants to be me." Her words dripped with a mix of superiority and spite as she deliberately pushed Mia's chocolate drink towards her.
Gasps escaped from the watching onlookers as Her Young and her entourage left, their laughter echoing in the air. As some customers observed with concern, others couldn't stifle their laughter at Mia's misfortune. Mia's gaze fell upon her now-messy clothes, her mind racing through numerous ways to humiliate Her Young, a girl she found to be particularly spiteful. Chin, recognizing Mia's distress, offered assistance in wiping away the mess with some tissues, but the efforts seemed fruitless against the stubborn stains. Chin's sense of dread amplified; she couldn't shake the feeling that none of this would have transpired if not for the cafeteria incident.
"Just ignore her; it's better to rise above," Ae-cha advised, her voice laden with a tone of wisdom.
"Being the bigger person won't deter Hee Young from her taunts," Bai countered, his frustration evident in her response.
"I just feel... grimy," Mia lamented with a groan, vigorously attempting to wipe away the persistent stains that marred her clothes. Amidst their chatter, the group became aware of new arrivals entering the cafe, their fingers pointing and laughter resonating—a clear indication of the ongoing spectacle.
"Is it just me, or does everyone seem to be acting strangely?" Mia queried, a perplexed expression clouding her features.
"Well, I don't think..." Bai began before being cut off by Ae-cha's urgent interjection.
"I think you should see this," Ae-cha insisted, a look of concern etching across her face as she displayed a video on her device for Mia to watch. Meanwhile, the others swiftly checked their phones, each encountering the video showing Mia's staining incident and Hee Young's disparaging comments.
The video had gone viral with a cruel hashtag: "Clown Foreigner." Memes, both humorous and humiliating, inundated the platform as responses poured in, swift and overwhelmingly negative.
Cutemeow's comment cut deep, "She should stop embarrassing herself and just leave."
Tofuking, in contrast, found the situation amusing, "so funny 😂😂"
Minnie's words dripped with disdain, "Does she think she's better than anyone? So annoying."
Gemsjuti added fuel to the fire with a demand for more drama, "more drama please 😂😂😂"
Mia's anger reached a boiling point as she glared daggers at Hee Young's table, her eyes filled with a mix of resentment and fury. Hee Young's face lit up with a radiant smile as she winked mischievously. As the video emerged, it showcased an altered version of Mia's comeback, removing Hee Young and her friends' remarks and actions. The online realm buzzed with Hee Young's fans hurling insults at Mia, while others mercilessly poked fun at her missteps. Amidst this turmoil, Mia sat in contemplation, about to delve into the unfolding chaos when a figure approached her table.
As Mia observed the approaching figure, she recognized the striking resemblance to Hee Young. Her demeanor grew noticeably colder at the sight of her.
"I'm sorry for what my cousin did to you; it was mean and hurtful, and I..." She began, her voice faltering in an attempt to extend an apology.
"Your apology won't resolve anything unless you have the original video," Mia retorted sharply. Before the situation could escalate further, Hee Young's voice rang out through the cafe,
"Hee Ran, get back here!"
Yuanhao's grin widened as he observed the unfolding drama from behind the counter. Hee Ran, wearing an apologetic smile, made her way back to her cousin's table. Meanwhile, Mia, drawing the attention of everyone in the cafe, rose from her seat and hurried over to the counter.
"Can I have a chocolate icied cupcake?" Mia requested, prompting Yuanhao's swift response as he retrieved the treat and presented it to her. In a gesture of generosity, he leaned in close and whispered, "It's on the house," punctuating his words with a playful wink.
With deliberate steps, Mia advanced towards Hee Young.
"Hey you!" she called out.
In the stunned silence that followed, gasps of astonishment filled the cafe as Mia, acting with swift decisiveness, pressed the cake firmly into Her Young's face. A moment of frozen disbelief hung in the air, mirrored in Young's stupefied expression and the shocked reactions of her friends. As the creamy confection spread, adorning Young's face and cascading onto her dress, a tableau of messy retribution unfolded. With a deliberate motion, Mia cleaned her hands by smearing them through her luscious hair, a defiant act accompanied by a satisfied smile.
"Consider this a lesson for your arrogance and bullying ways," she remarked coolly, her voice carrying a note of triumph and justice.
"Let's go," Mia called out to her friends, a sense of closure and empowerment guiding their exit from the scene. As Hee Young abruptly snapped out of her trance, a piercing scream erupted from her, echoing through the room, while Hee Ran's expression registered a flicker of fleeting joy. The atmosphere in the forum crackled with anticipation and excitement as spectators engaged in a whirlwind of comments and reactions, engrossed in the unfolding confrontation.
In a bustling city setting, a young couple alighted from their vehicle, their eyes scanning the surroundings of their new abode nestled in the neighborhood. The man's smile radiated genuine warmth as he turned to his wife, seeking her approval.
"How do you find it?" he inquired, his voice brimming with anticipation. Promptly, she nodded in agreement, a gesture of immediate approval, as she strode purposefully towards their new home. Her husband fell into step beside her, a blend of pride and anticipation evident in his demeanor, while the real estate agent followed closely, ready to assist with any further inquiries.