After what seemed to be infinite bickering, Cosette, Maxen, and Luke finally settled down. It took an hour for them to wash up and have just one bathroom. They took turns, so they feel refreshed before they review. Because of Maxen's strictness, Cosette and Luke miraculously watched their temper until their entire focus shifted to their homework and reviewing.
Cosette and Luke were the students who claimed to top the exams and rankings this school year back on their first day. Both were prideful people, so for them, doing terribly in school would be shameful. Hence, unknowingly, they took it as a challenge and competition as well — after neglecting their studies last school year.
