But she couldn't allow herself to be swayed by mere flattery. Determined, Rena whispered to herself, "I need to set things straight with Waylen.”

The following day, within the halls of the music school, an air of anticipation swirled around Rena, despite her efforts to remain inconspicuous.

Wherever she trod, curious eyes followed her every move. Among the onlookers was Aline, a girl who never missed an opportunity to belittle Rena.

“Rena, aren't you on the brink of marrying into wealth? Why bother showing up at school? I thought you were head over heels for Harold. Turns out you're just a snob."

Refusing to back down, Rena retorted, "And how is that any of your concern?"

Aline stood momentarily stunned by Rena's defiance. Just then, Vera and Joseph approached, their timely arrival catching the tail end of the exchange.

Vera, always a staunch supporter of Rena, couldn't resist a sharp retort.

"Aline, doesn't this scenario play out just how you like it? Aren't you infatuated with Harold? Hurry up and pursue him

Aline's expression soured at Vera's comment. Harold never had any interest in Aline. She had pursued him persistently, only to be met with rejection.

Vera was ready to continue, but Joseph intervened, attempting to play the peacemaker.

“We're all classmates here. Vera, let it go.”

Vera, a striking 20-year-old, resembled a blooming rose, her beauty matched only by her fierce resolve.

She huffed, “Why are you defending her, Joseph? Are you drawn to her flirtatious ways?"

Joseph felt caught in the crossfire.

Though Vera's words stung, Aline merely smirked and winked at Joseph before sauntering away.

Later, in the girls’ dormitory...

The room that had once been empty now bore witness to an intense and passionate encounter between Joseph and Aline.

Amid the tangled embrace, Aline's scantily-clad form moved in rhythm with Joseph's ardor, their passion unrestrained.

In the daylight hours, their affections were equally fiery, reaching a crescendo as Joseph, lost in the moment, took Aline fiercely. Their fervor left them breathless, sweat mingling with the blue and white sheets beneath them.

Though Aline Lacked Vera's conventional beauty, her uninhibited nature held a unique allure.

A willingness to explore realms that Vera would never tread.

As their fervor waned, Aline's fingers traced Joseph's chest, a sly smile gracing her lips.