When a bell rings out, I hurry to the first empty seat I find. A distinctive aroma fills the,air as several carts are wheeled out by attendants. (Why does that smell have me on-edge all of a sudden?)

Soon, the student beside me hands over a heavy goblet.

Mike: Drink up, boys and girls!

Staring down into the dark red liquid inside, my stomach turns.

(Th-This looks like-) I jump as they slam their empty cups down with hearty gasps.

Mike: What's the matter, not hungry?