On the surface, Tim Drake attended classes at Anders Preparatory Academy just like the other students. In reality, though, he already held a position in his family and company on par with the parents of most of those students.
Higher, even.
That was why even the teachers at Anders Academy chose to turn a blind eye to Drake's rather dismal attendance record, given the beautiful A+ grades on his report card.
Having lunch with Miaomiao was fine, but with Tim Drake...
That would feel like eating with a teacher, seriously!
"Maybe I should just-"
"It's all right. I don't mind." Tim's lips curved faintly, his tone easy and composed. "I'm glad Miaomiao has already made a new friend on her first day. Come along."
Hearing Tim agree as well, Miaomiao happily took Lia's hand. "Great! Lia, let's go together."
"...Okay."
Lia kept her expression under control and managed a polite smile.
Oh, I can't say no to Drake's face!
The three walked side by side down the corridor, with groups of students heading to lunch on either side. At the sight of Drake, they discreetly cleared a path.
Miaomiao followed the two toward the cafeteria. Only when they reached the entrance without her spotting another familiar figure did she realize something. "Tim, where's Damian? Isn't he eating with us?"
Tim explained, "Damian is still in elementary school. Their cafeteria is separate from ours in the high school division."
As they walked, Tim explained the school rules to Miaomiao. "Anders keeps its divisions strictly separate. The elementary, middle, and high school divisions each have their own cafeteria and activity areas. The younger grades eat earlier, and their schedules are different from ours. Unless there are special circumstances, he won't come over here."
"Oh, I see."
Miaomiao nodded, but the smells of