The Female Leads Truly Loves You - Chapter 292

Chapter 292: Sophie disliked missing out and regret more than hassle
Every boy at Kuhang High School shares a common understanding.

In this school, the most influential person is undoubtedly named Angel.

Whether it’s her status, her appearance, or her demeanor, she’s a standout wherever she goes. Even the school’s online forums buzz with surreptitiously taken photos of her.

Even a blurry silhouette of her can spark a flurry of shares and saves.

That’s the charm of Angel.

However, no one would argue that Angel is the most charming girl in the school because there’s another girl named Sophie.

She rarely appears in public view and hardly ever interacts with what you might call a friend, which is why there’s so little gossip about her.

Putting these two together, each has her own merits, but almost no one has seen them together before. It’s as if there’s a subconscious recognition of a clash in their magnetic fields. The standoff between these two distinctly different girls in the cafeteria now is enough for the surrounding audience to imagine countless dramas.

Thalia was taken aback.

Although she’s well-liked and comes from a good family, she pales in comparison to Angel.

Even Thalia’s father would need to schedule an appointment in advance to meet Elowen, and it’s not even certain he’d be granted one. At school, it’s well-known that Angel has a peculiar personality and isn’t easy to befriend, so Thalia has always preferred to avoid her rather than grovel and embarrass herself in front of Angel.

But who would have thought Sophie would dare to speak to Angel like that?

That’s just crazy!

But what about me?! Thalia’s eyes widened, and she tugged at Sophie’s sleeve, but Sophie seemed completely unfazed, unaware of anything else, just staring straight at Angel as if trying to drive her away with her gaze alone.

Angel maintained her smile, but it was the kind of smile that didn’t suggest she was in a good mood.

Faced with such fierce resistance, Angel’s response was simple; she just sat down, not just anywhere, but right next to Sophie.

This caught Sophie off guard, and Thalia didn’t dare breathe, unsure of what Angel might do next.

Angel calmly opened her lunchbox.

As she did so, she spoke in a casual tone, “Didn’t we have a nice chat last time? What, did you forget?”

Remembering their last encounter made Sophie furious.

Initially, during their singing session, Angel seemed not as bad as Sophie had imagined, even showing a somewhat softer side, barely passable as decent.

But after drinking too much, Sophie realized she was far from decent.

Angel had brazenly had sex with Sam right next to her, using various positions… Who would believe it wasn’t intentional?

“You’re the one with memory loss, not me. I have nothing to do with you. If you’re going to eat here, I’m leaving.”

Sophie prepared to stand up; she wasn’t like Thalia, burdened by so many taboos.

But before she could get up, Angel grabbed her wrist, almost forcibly keeping her in place.

“What are you doing?” Sophie asked, frowning in displeasure.

Angel just smiled.

“I just sat down, and you’re already leaving? Isn’t that a bit disrespectful?”

“Why should I respect you? I don’t owe you anything.”

Sophie’s blunt words made Thalia break out in a cold sweat.

Wow… She really doesn’t give any face at all.

How does she do it?

And why does it seem like Angel isn’t very angry? Could it be that Sophie has some hidden identity that even makes Angel hold back her temper?

“You’re right, you don’t owe me anything, but who knows? Maybe you will owe me a lot in the future.”

“What are you babbling about?”

Sophie thought Angel must be crazy, coming over just to spout these nonsensical words, ruining her appetite for her meal.

Angel chuckled lightly. “Think about it again.”

Sophie didn’t want to be led around by the nose, but she keenly caught Angel’s gaze drifting in a certain direction.

Instinctively, she followed Angel’s gaze and saw a boy, an awkward-looking Sam.

Now Sophie roughly understood what Angel was implying.

She quickly looked back. “I don’t know what you’re talking about. Stop saying these nonsensical things to me.”

“Really? Are you truly clueless, or just playing dumb?”

“Is this fun for you, Angel? Do you think your assumptions need others’ validation? Just keep being presumptuous; I don’t owe anyone anything.”

Angel nodded with a smile. “Quite brave of you. Actually, I came over here with no other intention but to apologize to you.”

“Apologize?”

Apologize?! Thalia almost lost her composure.

Good grief.

Angel apologizing?

It was not only unheard of but even unimaginable.

Angel nodded again. “Yes, I wanted to apologize for last time. It really wasn’t right what I did.”

“…”

This left Sophie completely baffled. Was she dreaming? Hallucinating?

This woman apologizing to her? And so earnestly?

Impossible, right?!

Sophie looked at Angel hesitantly. “What… what’s going on with you?”

Angel casually continued eating. “Nothing much. I just felt that what happened was quite unfair to you. After all, you’ve never had a boyfriend, nor have you gotten the person you like. And then we are to do that right next to you… it was a bit too much. But my intentions were good, you know. The feelings you haven’t experienced, seeing them might lessen some regrets, at least.”

I knew it!!!

Sophie knew this woman had no good intentions!

What apology.

It was nothing but sarcasm and mockery.

Not only did she feel no remorse about last time, but she was even thinking of delivering a more devastating blow.

But Sophie wasn’t as angry as she had been before, not because she had grown accustomed to this woman’s tactics.

Instead, she thought of the tender look Sam had given her last night.

Yes, that was it.

It was because she was so ‘hypocritical’, so fond of talking tough, that she always missed out on so much. She thought fate was treating her unfairly, but wasn’t it often because she was too timid or too soft-hearted that she missed those opportunities?

Fate is like those bullies, always picking on the weak and fearing the strong.

How could Sophie keep running from her own life, from the things that wouldn’t let her go?

The meaning behind Angel’s words was clear, wasn’t it?

So why should she react the way Angel expected, following her intentions?

That’s why Sophie started to smile.

She had hardly ever smiled in front of anyone at school, even if there were moments worth being happy about, they seemed trivial because of her self-marginalizing behavior.

After all, someone who always keeps to themselves can’t genuinely share in others’ happiness.

But now, Sophie smiled, a smile that made Angel’s smile disappear, as if it had transferred from her face to Sophie’s.

“You really like saying these things in front of me. Is it just a weird habit of yours, or do you think such words will make me dislike Sam?”

“…”

Thalia was stunned. How did Sam get brought into this?

What exactly were they talking about… wait, could it be that their conflict was all about Sam?

It seemed like she had stumbled upon something significant, and now Thalia was too scared to even breathe, unable to continue eating.

Angel looked into her eyes.

Staring straight at Sophie, who didn’t avoid her gaze, her eyes seemed to no longer carry the usual defiance but a new emotion.

Effortlessly in control.

Truly… absurd.

“So, you’re not denying it now, or should I say… you’ve given up on any ridiculous hopes?”

Angel squinted, trying to detect any hint of pretense or weakness in the girl, but unfortunately, the current Sophie was watertight, her expression unshaken.

The smile on her face, filled with confident strength, was like a nail in Angel’s eyes, a blinding, irritating beam of light.

“I don’t know what hope you’re talking about, but you can understand one thing now. Under any circumstances, I will not dislike him. How you treat me has nothing to do with him, so think of something else, Angel, and stop being so childish.”

With that, Sophie picked up her tray.

She stood up, then turned around.

“Let’s go. Of course, if you want to eat with her, I have no objections.”

After saying this, Sophie left the table.

Thalia was stunned for a moment, quickly picked up her tray, and then whispered to the girl next to her.

“Sorry, Miss Angel, I must go.”

Angel had no reaction, just staring in the direction of the trays, her expression frozen, indecipherable, but everyone could feel the aura emanating from her: extreme danger.

“What happened? Hey, hey, hey, Sophie… what were you guys talking about just now?”

Thalia and Sophie left the cafeteria, and Thalia couldn’t help but ask immediately.

Sophie felt great.

Absolutely fantastic!

Seeing the astonishment in Angel’s eyes and her speechlessness was incredibly satisfying for her.

It was like a long-oppressed slave finally turning the tables and becoming the master.

This wonderful feeling was hard to describe, but now she understood why guys loved those shallow novels about slapping faces and showing off.

Because it really felt awesome!

“It’s nothing, just some casual chat.”

“That’s all? I almost thought you were going to start fighting… You really need to be careful how you talk to her, Angel is not a kind woman, quite the opposite, she’s vengeful. No matter what you said today, you really need to be careful…”

Seeing Thalia’s worried expression, Sophie felt a bit uncomfortable. It turned out she really was one of those people who thought they were strong, who found comfort and care warming, yet forced themselves to act disdainful.

It was truly awful.

She took a deep breath and shook her head.

“Don’t worry. It’s okay, she won’t stoop to petty tactics against me because she would see that as demeaning to herself. But that’s her being too clever for her own good. Just relax.”

“Huh? What do you mean… I don’t understand, and what does this have to do with Sam?”

“You ask too many questions.”

“Uh… sorry.”

Thalia then remembered that this girl disliked hassle and didn’t like being questioned. She might have gotten a bit carried away, perhaps the friendship between her and Sophie wasn’t as solid as she thought…

But then, unexpectedly, Sophie looked at Thalia, her cheeks slightly flushed, and said,

“Thanks for your concern, though. It’s not easy to talk about these things right now, and I don’t really want to. Maybe after some time, if you still want to know… I’ll tell you.”

Thalia’s eyes widened in disbelief.

Were these words really coming from Sophie?

Why did she seem… so gentle, so understanding?

“Whenever you want to talk, I’m here to listen!”

Thalia excitedly grabbed Sophie’s hands.

Sophie felt a bit awkward, but seemed unable to pull away.

Well… let it be.

Why resist these things on principle… as long as there’s no malice, right?

It turns out what she disliked more than hassle… was missing out and regret.

….

Angel stood up.

Her face was expressionless, exuding a chilling aura.

Although she was indeed extremely charismatic, as she walked in a certain direction, everyone instinctively started to back away.

It was as if a great threat was approaching them.

Everyone realized that being noticed by this girl… was definitely not going to lead to anything good.

Since everyone knew this, how could Sam not?

He had already put down his spoon a step ahead and straightened his clothes and collar.

Across from him, Louis was still puzzled.

“What are you doing? Finished eating already?”

Sam shook his head, looking at him with a resigned determination in his eyes.

“I’m done eating, there’s no time left.”

“What do you mean no time… There’s still time for lunch break, what are you talking about?”

“No, I mean I don’t have much time left.”

“Huh? What’s wrong with you, you’re not sick, are you?!”

“No, it’s something worse than being sick.”

“What the hell, what are you talking about? I completely don’t understand, but it somehow feels like it’s something serious!”

“…”

Louis was still confused.

The next moment, he felt a mysteriously chilling presence not far from Sam.

What’s going on?

Although it was almost winter… it shouldn’t be cold to the bone, right?

Then, as Louis looked up, he understood everything.

His lips trembling, he looked at Sam who had straightened up across from him, like a hero ready to face his death bravely.

“Take care… my forever bro.”

Sam was visibly moved.

“Goodbye, my friend!”

“It sounds like a final farewell, seems like I really owe it to you guys for this deep bond.”

Angel’s gaze fell.

Sam immediately stood up.

“We’re just messing around, ever heard of stand-up comedy? You need some outrageous dialogue to set the mood… hey, hey, easy, my ear’s going to come off!”

Watching Sam being dragged out of the cafeteria by the stunning girl by his ear.

Louis looked at the empty spot in front of him, now only with a plate.

He sighed.

“Why do I feel like getting your ear pulled by Angel is also a kind of happiness… Damn! And now I have to clear his plates too!”