Chapter 2 - The Transferee

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RENN

So, it's another day! Emerald Houston is still as lively as ever and Syrra over here is being reviewed by me. If you're asking about the quiz, yes, she definitely remembered.

"It's unfair how easily you get these formulas, Renn..." She groaned, leaning her body on the armchair and squishing her left cheek flat. Syrra may hate Math, though she has the spirits to review it with me.

"It takes a little practice, don't worry. Good thing you came early." I am feeling satisfied having to review formulas. Just like yesterday, we got 30 minutes before class starts. Anyone can learn these formulas quickly, unless you're a slow learner.

"Heh... My sister finally fixed the damn clock, but she still wakes me up quite early." Syrra leaned her body back, slouching on the chair, feeling upset at how early her sister woke her. She finally remembered the clock. Good for her.

But unfortunately, my homeroom teacher also arrived early and everyone settled down to their seats. Someone else also entered the classroom... Wait, a new face? Who's this girl?

Every one of us quieted down and were surprised to see her. Syrra and I looked at one another.

"A new girl?" She whispered.

"Late transferee maybe... I wonder who she is." I whispered back. Emerald Houston does accept late transferees but they only usually happen during a circumstance. One example would be getting a permit of transfer from a principal of another school.

"Alright, class. Sorry for the sudden interruption as I know you have a Math quiz later. We have a late transfer student who transferred here due to some circumstances." My homeroom teacher, who we called Sir C, brought our attention to the new girl. Judging by her looks, she has a pretty face, not to mention how slim she is...

"Jessie Frederica Radinne. Pleased to meet you all." She bowed as she introduced herself with a smile. From the moment I heard her full name, My eyes widened. I was shocked and surprised. It's her... My childhood friend... I couldn't help but mentally gasp and cover my open mouth.

"Jessie, you can go and sit down at any vacant seat you want. As for the rest of you, you all can go back to reviewing your Math quiz. I'll also tell your Math teacher to exclude Ms. Radinne from the quiz." He left the room, not explaining any further. Jessie walked to a vacant seat. And in that moment she passed me, I glanced at her. She's changed so much... My look of shock never disappeared, even after her introduction.

"Renn? You seem to be in shock... Something about the new girl?" I turn to Syrra.

"That name isn't a coincidence..." I turned to her and uncovered my mouth.

"She's the friend I told you about a year back... I never thought I'd see her again." I answered quietly, and she was slightly shocked.

"You're kidding... That's the girl? We should go say hi or something!" Syrra quietly shouted. I'm a little concerned that she heard us.

I looked at Jessie and she appeared to look at my direction. She then looked back at the window. I wonder what is she thinking about? Does she not recognize me?

"Maybe some other time..." I felt shy approaching her at this time... I hugged myself, gripping my own arms tight.

"Oh, come on! No time to waste! You gotta meet her now!" Syrra was frustrated at me and she quickly dragged me to Jessie. Jessie quickly saw us going to her direction and stood up.

"Ah... Hello there. Nice to meet you." Jessie humbly waved at us.

"Hello! I'm Syrra Winters! Pleasure to meet your acquaintance! And this is-"

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