Chapter 129

About ten minutes after the lunch hour began, the canteen began to fill up with more students. The three of them stood out. Howard was well-known in the school. Marcelo’s good looks, combined with his wheelchair, drew attention. Renee’s face was also familiar to some students. Even though Renee had picked a corner seat, many students paused to sneak glances at her. A few even seemed eager to approach her, but were stopped by Marcelo’s stern look and commanding presence, resorting to secret glances. Howard had obligations at the student union, so he left first. Marcelo, finding the canteen food disgusting, barely touched his meal. With the growing crowd,Renee hurriedly finished eating. She went to put the tableware in the collection area. When she came back, she saw two girls standing in front of Marcelo. One was visibly excited, the other timid and shy. The nervous and shy girl stammered, "Can...Can I have your phone number? I promise not to bother you unnecessarily." Renee raised her