A violinist beside him blinked. "Isn't that a good thing? It means they acknowledge her strength and leadership."
Simon paused, gears visibly grinding.
Then his eyes lit up.
"Oh! You're right!" he exclaimed. "Boss is the most awesome leader in the world! Of course, people should call her boss! Why was I being petty? Aiya! Fine, fine! Call her boss if you want!"
He puffed out his chest. "But I'm still number one! Never number two! My name is Simon, and I'm better than all of you! Go me, go me!"
The violinist stared at him in stunned silence as Simon resumed his cheerleader routine.
"Shut up! Shut up!" Feifei screamed hysterically, her voice slicing through the momentary levity. "How can all of you be so blind? You're all idiots for worshipping a slt like Elena Zhang!"
The atmosphere turned sharp.
