Rachel waited by the elementary school gates, watching as a group of little kids poured out, yet there was no sign of Ran Ran. At this hour, Ran Ran would usually rush out early. Why hadn’t he come out today? She waited until everyone had left the school gate but still didn’t see him. Frowning, she pulled out her phone and dialed his head class teacher. The call connected quickly. “Hello, Miss Wu? I’d like to ask why Ran Ran hasn’t come out yet.” “Ah, Mrs. Liang! Ran’s father picked him up right after school. Didn’t he let you know?” “...” “Hello? Mrs. Liang? Are you still there?” Rachel felt her whole body trembling with anger. Clenching her phone tightly, she took a deep breath before responding, “Thank you, Teacher Wu. I’ve confirmed with his father—he did pick him up.” “That

