Chapter 168

The crowd paused, their disdain and contempt growing stronger in their eyes. Looking for food as soon as he walked in? He’s hopeless!

How could the former top student have fallen so low?

Only one woman, with a gentle face and minimal makeup, handed him a plate of snacks. She whispered, "You can eat this to fill your stomach for now."

Frederick recognized her as his former desk mate, Jade Hawkins. She had confessed her feelings to him before, but he had politely declined, and she graciously accepted being friends.

In their final year of high school, they studied hard together for the college entrance exam, spending some wonderful moments together.

After graduation, Frederick realized he had developed some feelings for Jade. But by then, it was too late.

"Thanks, Jade," Frederick said with a faint smile.

Jade smiled, though she looked somewhat regretful. "Are you doing well now?"

"Fairly well. I think things are okay," Frederick replied.

He never expected that among his forme