He was so happy to see her at school. Yes, she was her usual self, all grumpy and drained. However, he smiled because he didn't have to worry about her sudden disappearance anymore.
He decided to show his appreciation towards her wise decision to abandon the club.
"I thought you'd be more stubborn and difficult, but I was wrong"
As she read the neat handwriting on the notepad, her heart sank and she quickly crumbled the paper.