But what Tessa hated the most was Emily's air of superiority, acting as if she was above worldly concerns.
The entire class's atmosphere had somehow gone astray, with students beginning to compare themselves with one another—your shoes cost hundreds today, my clothes will be over a thousand tomorrow.
Conversations revolved around luxury brands and designer goods.
Of course, there were even more exaggerated behaviors in other classes, where even studying could be looked down upon.
"Wow, you're still studying? That's nice. Not like me; I've totally given up."
"No way, you actually do your homework? Everyone else just scribbles something to fool the teacher."
"Studying in secret again, what's the point?"
These words were incredibly grating, as if "studying was a crime".
Some people didn't dare to even bring their books back to the dormitory for a long time.
