Chapter 7 You Look Truly Beautiful Today

• However, he had been merely a wandering soul.
• He couldn't do anything at all.
• And finally, without any hesitation, she had jumped into the turbulent river. No matter how much he screamed, he couldn't stop her.
• Chauncey felt a raw pain in his heart.
• It had been far too long since anyone had cared for him this much.
• He had even forgotten that such intense and sincere emotions could still exist.
• Even though he couldn't understand why she was so fond of him, he was only seventeen and a half at the time. He had plenty of time to figure it out.
• “Today, we're welcoming a new transfer student to our class. Standing right beside me is Natalie Xantus. Let's give her a warm round of applause.”
• Janice's voice recaptured Chauncey's attention.
• “Natalie, why don't you introduce yourself?”
• Chauncey didn't pay any attention to Natalie's self-introduction in his previous life.
• He had been immersed in Janice's change.
• It was unclear why, but it was quite astonishing that Janice, who, alongside Stanley, was known as the Double Menace of First High School and was likely to take over Stanley's role as Dean of Students, had suddenly started to dress up.
• Later, when Janice suggested that Natalie sit next to him, he had disdainfully whistled, earning a scolding from Janice.
• Now, he just wanted to listen carefully.
• “I...”
• Natalie stood there, consumed by panic.
• She uttered just a word before deeply bowing her head.
• Chauncey noticed she kept shifting the position of her thumb.
• Is she scared?
• Well, even though we were seatmates for only two days in my previous life, I hardly heard her say a few words.
• She's incredibly timid.
• The students nearby began to whisper among themselves.
• “What's going on?”
• “Why isn't she speaking?”
• Janice also sensed that something was off.
• “Natalie, what's wrong?”
• Chauncey noticed a distinct shiver run through Natalie's petite frame.
• He could no longer stay seated. He immediately stood up.
• “Ms. Willowby...”
• Janice furrowed her brows as she looked at Chauncey.
• “Chauncey, what's wrong now?”
• She hadn't attended the morning's Hundred-Day Countdown Pep Rally due to other commitments.
• But as soon as she arrived, she heard her colleagues talking about Chauncey's words of gratitude to the teachers.
• Although Stanley had assured her he wasn't to blame, she had already received several calls from the parents.
• All the complaints revolved around him disrupting discipline, engaging in puppy love, and hindering the students' determination to excel.
• Janice was at a loss, feeling nothing but a throbbing headache.
• The new student who arrived this time was truly a gem, someone who definitely shouldn't be bullied by Chauncey.
• Leaning slightly to the side, Janice positioned herself protectively in front of Natalie.
• The young girl took a step back, her head lowered even more.
• Chauncey chuckled, his gaze settling on Janice.
• “Ms. Willowby, you look truly beautiful today!”
• The students gasped in surprise.
• What on earth is Chauncey doing?
• He's flirting with She-Devil?
• How dare he?
• Everyone gleefully anticipated Chauncey being kicked out of the classroom to stand in punishment.
• “A-Am I?”
• A blush spread across Janice's face. She quickly adjusted her glasses and lowered her head.
• The students were astonished.
• What the heck?
• What's the deal with She-Devil?
• Even if Chauncey isn't punished by being made to stand, he should at least be scolded.
• Perhaps realizing that her emotions were somewhat out of line, Janice quickly composed herself, her smile fading as she adopted a more serious expression.
• “You rascal, what are you talking about?”
• Her tone had noticeably softened a great deal.
• Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Chauncey said, “I mean what I say, Ms. Willowby. You should really consider dressing up a bit more every day. I'm certain that this would increase your chances of getting married!”
• At thirty, Janice was still unmarried and without a boyfriend.
• Rumor had it that her parents had been pressuring her so much that they were on the verge of cutting ties with her.
• A blush spread across Janice's charming face, but the latter part of the sentence caused her expression to darken slightly.
• “All right, Chauncey, enough with your cheeky remarks. I heard you gave flowers to all the teachers today. That was a nice gesture, but you can't keep causing trouble. Many parents have complained about you. Mr. Zeller and I have been covering for you, but you need to remember to focus on your studies. Otherwise, we won't be able to justify your actions to the parents.”