“Hi there—Aile.”
“...Ah, yeah.”

It was lunchtime. The two met in front of the school cafeteria, timing their schedules to coincide. Naturally, they linked arms as they walked inside—something Aile only just realized was a common gesture between close female friends.

The school cafeteria offered dozens of menu options. While Aile picked out calorie-packed, tasty-looking dishes, Snowah opted for what seemed like elegant, diet-friendly salads fit for sophisticated college girls.

Once they sat at the same table, the contrast between them became even more apparent. Watching Snowah eat gracefully, Aile narrowed her eyes slightly.

“Is something wrong, Aile? Are …