Alex and Bali made their way to the dining hall for lunch. The two chatted as they walked. As soon as they exited the dormitory, two older students blocked their path. "Excuse me, could you do us a favor and follow us? It won’t take long," said one of the boys. He was looking at Alex with a weird smile. Alex looked at the two, and he was instantly bored with them. It was easy to tell that the two were senior students. Favor? What could a freshman do for them? Besides, why are they smiling like that? Alex thought doubtfully. I heard that some senior students bully new students and charge protection fees. Am I a target? Do I look so vulnerable? The thought made Alex unhappy. "We can’t, we’re headed for lunch. There are a lot of students here, ask someone else,” Alex said bluntly. “Bali,