Fang Li stood at the entrance gate of Haixiang Sports University, her heart pounding with a mixture of anxiety and reluctance. The familiar campus, once a second home, now felt alien and unwelcoming. She took a deep breath, steeling herself for what lay ahead.
As she was about to step inside, a group of familiar faces caught her eye. Her old teammates, the very ones who had turned their backs on her during the scandal, were huddled together near the gate, seemingly ready for a night out. Their eyes widened as they spotted her, a mix of guilt and surprise etched on their faces.
"Fang Li!" one of them called out, her voice hesitant. "You're... you're back."
Fang Li forced a polite smile, though it didn't reach her eyes. "Just visiting," she replied coolly.
