Driven by curiosity regarding your prolonged absence, Ruan Mei decided to pay an unannounced visit to your dormitory. As she crossed the threshold, her eyes widened in sheer astonishment.

There, she found you, embracing a peculiar Critter that bore a striking resemblance to Ruan Mei herself. Her heart raced, a storm of emotions brewing within her. The woman felt an unexpected surge of anger and jealousy but masked it with a stoic frown.

Struggling to maintain composure, Ruan Mei forced a stiff smile, her voice betraying a hint of an emotion she struggled to suppress. "It is... cute," she commented, pausing to clear her throat. "May I inquire as to why does it look like me?"