As expected, it hurt Elijah to watch Emily cry. He turned to me, yelling, "Julie, what are you doing? I know you're from a rich family and look down on us. But how could you throw out a gift from Em?"My teammates spoke up too."Julie, you've crossed a line. Even if you don't care for Em's drink, you shouldn't have thrown it out. You humiliated her.""Julie, you're at school, not at your home. Em is not your servant."Emily looked at me through tears. She said miserably, "It's all my fault. Guys, don't blame it on Julie."Turning to the people who had defended Emily, I announced coldly, "Anyone should know that it is against the competition rules to consume caffeinated drinks. Emily, are you unaware of that, or are you doing this on purpose?"She immediately teared up, looking pitiful. "Sorry, Julie. I can't do anything right because I'm slow. I can't even buy a proper drink for you."Elijah patted Emily on the shoulder. "Hey, stop crying. Your eyes are gonna be puffed."He t
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