Meeting her former classmates

I can't believe I have to do this in front of so many people, especially my former high school classmates. I wish I could just disappear," Ayumi says, her voice trembling.

Liam looks at her with a intrigued stare before his usual reassuring self returns. "I understand how you feel, Ayumi. But you should go and meet your former classmates." Ayumi's heart sinks as Liam's words register. She had been hoping to avoid Jessica and Sarah, but it seems that Liam has other plans.

Before she can protest, Liam takes her hand and leads her through the crowd. Ayumi tries to dig her heels in, but it's no use. Liam is too strong, and he pulls her along behind him.

Finally, they reach the group, and Liam releases Ayumi's hand. Ayumi feels exposed and **** as she stands there, surrounded by her former classmates. Apart from Jessica and Sarah, there are five more guys that she went to High School together. One of them, Alex, was frequently part of group projects with her. He was the most vocal of the group, and his eyes nearly popped out of his sockets when he saw Ayumi. "H-holy crap, Ayumi! I-is that really you?" he stuttered.

The other four guys echoed Alex's sentiments, their faces registering shock and surprise. Ayumi's former classmates were clearly taken aback by her nudity.

"Um, yes, it's me," Ayumi said, feeling a little uncomfortable under their scrutiny. "We're having a public rehearsal for the play I'm in, and I'm playing a mermaid who is supposed to be naked."

Jessica laughed and said, "Wow, Ayumi! I remember when we were in high school, you used to wear one-piece suits for swimming, and now you're prancing around naked in front of a crowd!"