Soon, the girls arrived at the cafeteria, where they joined the line to pick up their meal. The cafeteria was crowded and noisy, with students lining up for food or sitting at tables. The smell of fried rice, noodles, dumplings, and other dishes filled the air. The girls moved along the line, holding their trays and picking up their food. They had to pay with their student cards, which they swiped at a machine. They had a limited budget, so they had to choose wisely.
Li Na picked up a bowl of rice, a plate of stir-fried vegetables, and a bottle of water. It was simple and healthy food. Ning Yu picked up a bowl of noodles, a plate of fried chicken, and a can of soda. She liked spicy and greasy food. She also grabbed a piece of cake for dessert.
The girls looked for a place to sit. They spotted an empty table near the window and hurried towards it. They put their trays on the table and sat down. They were hungry and ready to eat.
