Ignoring the bewildered gazes of the queue, Lu Yu and Hu Zhan made a beeline for the pavilion. They bypassed the disgruntled group and entered, prompting a flurry of shouts.
"Hey! What's the big idea? Back of the line!"
"Don't you know some manners? There's a queue here!"
"Uncultured swine! Doesn't even respect the order!"
"Someone get them out of here; they're bothering Miss Jiang!"
Jiang Ling, startled by the commotion, whipped her head around. Her breath caught in her throat as her eyes landed on Lu Yu. His striking features were undeniably captivating.
"Who are you?" She demanded, her voice laced with indignation. "Why do you barge in uninvited?"
The outburst drew more attention. The queue erupted in a chorus of disapproval.
"Wait your turn in line!"
"Line jumpers! That's not how it works here!"
"He thinks he's above us? What a jerk!"
Jiang Ling rose to her feet, momentarily speechless at the sight of Lu Yu.
