Chapter 39 " Ms. Thompson , let Yvette sit with me ! " Clifford suddenly stood , a playful grin in his charming eyes . " We know each other . I can help her adjust to the Honors Class pace . ' His desk mate was already gathering his things to move . Krista gave a nod . " Then it's settled ... " " Not necessary . " Yvette's voice was calm but firm . She glanced toward the back rows and walked over with her bag . " I'll sit here , if that's alright . " The girl buried in practice problems jumped in surprise . She looked up at Yvette , revealing a large purplish - red birthmark on her face . Staring into Yvette's striking eyes , she grew flustered , whispered a faint " Okay , " and dropped her head again . Yvette settled into the seat quickly . *** By the end of morning classes , Yvette had a clear read on the situation . The Honors Class was intense , no doubt . But someone else seemed completely overwhelmed . She glanced at Roderick sitting a few rows forward . His excitement about transferring had vanished . He just looked dazed , his head hung . Yvette tapped her notebook with her pen , set it down , and approached him . " Everything okay ? Too tough already ? Thinking of quitting ? " " No. " Roderick shook his head . It was only the first morning , way too soon to give up . " The pace and depth here are nothing like the International Class . At this stage , teachers review . They don't teach basics . " Yvette met his eyes . " You'll need to step up , Roderick . " Roderick was quiet for a moment , then nodded firmly . 0.00 % 07:41 Chapter 39 288 iVouchers The Honors Class teachers moved quickly , touching on concepts lightly , but everything they said was precise and insightful . He was lost because his foundation was weak . He'd been struggling all morning . Still , he'd taken detailed notes , planning to review every word that night . " I'll push through . If I couldn't . Yvette might help , " he thought . He glanced at Yvette . " Roderick , Ms. Thompson wants you in her office , " Reuben said as he walked over . Roderick snapped back to attention . " Alright . On my way . " Reuben turned with a friendly smile . " Yvette , Sabrina , let's head to the cafeteria together . " He had a warm , approachable look , not overly flashy , but very easy on the eyes . As a class president , he was thoughtful and attentive to others . Sabrina Monroe , Yvette's soft - spoken desk mate , seemed surprised but gave a small nod . She could tell Reuben was likely asked to help the new students . Bringing her along made it less awkward . Yvette smiled . " Sure . " Just then , a group entered the classroom . Clifford walked in at the center , relaxed and friendly . " Yvie , let's go . I'll take you out for lunch . " He was tall , his uniform worn loose , his tie hanging carelessly . He looked both charming and rebellious . With sharp features and smiling , charming eyes , he drew looks from every girl in the room . Sabrina stole a glance at him , then quickly looked down . " Yeah , join us , " Vice President Jorge Burnett added , stepping forward . He was bright and outgoing , a key voice in Clifford's circle . In just half a morning , Yvette had already decoded the class dynamics . Most students here were serious about studying . They were real bookworms . 07:41 Chapter 39 : 288 iVouchers Clifford , the school idol , stood out . He was wealthy , popular , fun - loving , and still top of the class . He led a group of elite students , boys and girls , the most tight - knit clique in the Honors Class . Fitting in here seemed to mean joining that group . Reuben instinctively took a half - step back . He knew he wasn't the chosen type around them . Yvette refocused , her expression mild . " No thanks . I already agreed to go with Reuben and Sabrina . " " Isn't it obvious ? Their little group is sidelining Reuben , " she thought . Clifford's eyes narrowed almost imperceptibly , though his smile didn't fade . In fact , it seemed to grow . " They can come too , " he said casually . " More people , more fun . " Jorge caught on quickly and smiled at Reuben . " Yeah , come along . " " No. " Yvette replied , glancing at Clifford . " Why keep smiling when he's clearly upset ? Not my concern , anyway , " she wondered . " Yvie ! " Serena walked over , all smiles . " Let's eat together . There's a great spot off - campus . Right , Cliff ? " Yvette noticed that the moment Serena appeared , Jorge's tension visibly eased . His smile became more genuine . " Rena's here . " " Rena , you look gorgeous today , like a fairy . " " Come on , Rena's always gorgeous . " " I mean , especially today . So ethereal . " Others greeted her warmly , too . Clearly , she was well - liked Then someone suddenly spoke up . " Wait , the new girl's eyes look kinda like Rena's . " The room fell silent for a moment . 68.68 %