Sophia remained silent. After a while, she laughed, "Why would it be awkward? Do you think I'd care about her presence?"

Eliana sighed in relief, "Well, Soph, if you are okay with it, just join us! Should we meet at the school gate?"

"Sure, I'll drive," Sophia said.

After hanging up, Eliana hurried to catch up with Layla. The two of them had to carry several bags to the school gate, where Sophia got out of her car and opened the trunk. "You didn't want ...