Kilin's footsteps echoed through the empty school halls as she walked towards her classroom with her frustration with her mother still lingering in her mind. She clutched her backpack tightly in annoyance she continued walking fast. She passed by the vending machine and got a cup of coffee to wake her up so she wouldn't sleep in class.
Just as she turned a corner, Ross appeared out of nowhere, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. He reached out and swiftly snatched her school bag from her shoulder, his tall frame towering over her petite figure. Kilin's eyes widened in disbelief.
"Ross, what are you doing? Give it back to me," she demanded, attempting to get her school bag back. Her voice carried a mix of annoyance and anger.
But Ross, despite not being that close seemed more interested in something else. With a sly grin, he asked, "First, why didn't you answer my message?"
