The next day, Eden returned to school.As soon as she walked through the doors, some students spotted her, and one called out, "The chief is back!"This was quickly followed by excited shouts. "It really is the chief! She’s finally back.""If she doesn’t come back, Riverside Senior High would have been in trouble."Eden pulled her cap lower, and her cold expression seemed to intensify, making the atmosphere even more oppressive.She walked straight to Class 3-18, ignoring everyone. Some students tried to greet her, but the heavy atmosphere made them hesitate. No one dared to approach her.Eden settled into her seat and hung her bag on the chair. Since Joy wasn’t there yet and Eden wasn’t in the mood to socialize, she put on her oversized headphones and rested her head on the desk.Morris, sitting behind her, was initially dispirited. However, seeing Eden return, his spirits lifted, and he wanted to talk to her. But when the classroom bell rang, he had to give up on that idea.E
Eden frowned. "Who is she?"She had never heard the name before."She's..." Morris glanced around and waited until he was sure no one else was in the classroom before whispering to Eden. "She's from Rielton. Her family has been contributing to the country for generations, providing researchers for weaponry research every year, so they have special privileges."Morris leaned in closer and whispered in her ear, "When Jennifer transferred to the school during her sophomore year, she took control immediately. Even Simon and Laudes wouldn’t dare to speak loudly around her because her bodyguards are all world-class champions."Eden’s annoyance grew. "So, what does this have to do with Joy and Ewan?""Jennifer is essentially the empress of the school. Everyone has to obey her, even the principal, Mr. Samuel. If she dislikes someone or they cross her, she’ll ruin their lives, and she’ll be perfectly fine."Joy accidentally crossed paths with her, and Jennifer beat her up. Ewan tried to h
Joy and Ewan were completely taken aback to see Eden actually show up.Both of them were stunned.Joy's tears immediately stopped. She didn't want Eden to see her distress.Ewan's expression remained frozen for a while before he finally asked, "Why... are you here, chief?"Seeing Morris behind Eden, he snapped angrily, "Damn it! Didn’t I tell you not to tell her?"Morris replied, "I swear, I wasn’t going to. She forced me to."Eden shot Morris a look and said, "If I hadn’t come, would you have just suffered in silence?" She then walked over to check Ewan’s leg, and her eyes narrowed.Even his tendons had been severed.It was unimaginable that someone would do this to those she cared about.She would remember this."Jennifer’s from a powerful family, chief. I know you’re strong, but we don’t want to drag you into more trouble," Ewan said. "You should go back. If Jennifer finds out and targets you next, it’ll be my fault."Eden sighed. "Worry about yourself first."With a ser
"It's them, alright!""How is that possible? Weren't they..." Some students glanced around and whispered, "Weren't they crippled by Jennifer? How are they perfectly fine?""I know, right? I saw it with my own eyes. They were carried out of school.""Maybe they found a miracle doctor?""Could be."As Ewan and Joy made their way back to the classroom, they were anxious. They were worried that Jennifer might hear about their return and come after them.Just then, they spotted Jennifer approaching.Both Ewan and Joy instinctively shrank back, unable to look Jennifer directly in the eye due to the fear she inflicted.Eden observed the young woman walking toward her. Jennifer was dressed provocatively in a cream-colored topcoat over a form-fitting spaghetti strap dress and long boots. Her long, dark hair was smooth and glossy.Eden had a sharp memory. During her investigation of Riverside Senior High, she had memorized all the students’ information.She was certain this was Jennife
Jennifer stabilized herself and kept her eyes on Eden, making sure not to act impulsively.Eden remained motionless, her hands lazily tucked in her pockets. After a long pause, Jennifer finally asked, "Who are you?""Eden Griffith," came the cool, detached response.A crack appeared in Jennifer's composed expression. "So... you're Eden Griffith?"Eden's lips curled into a faint smile, her interest piqued. "Are you here for me?"Jennifer remained silent as thoughts raced through her mind.After a moment of contemplation, Eden continued, "The Diaz family? I've never heard of you, and I don't believe we've ever crossed paths. Which family sent you to find me?" Eden mused, her brow furrowed slightly. She'd never had any dealings with the Diaz family before.The Diaz family seemed isolated from the other powerful families.Liam had once shared some information about the Diazs. They weren’t directly connected to any of the old-money families but were quite formidable. They controlled
The man stood behind Jennifer and said, "Ms. Jennifer."He was Jennifer's bodyguard, Rowan Diaz, who had been responsible for her safety from the day she was born and had served her for eighteen years.Jennifer looked in the direction Eden had disappeared and asked, "What do you think of her?""Incomprehensible," Rowan replied.Jennifer smiled when she heard this. "I rarely hear you use that word to describe someone."She knew Rowan very well. There were only a few people in the world who could possibly defeat him. Even she wasn’t a match for Rowan.Whenever she encountered someone she couldn’t handle, Rowan would step in.Over the years, Rowan had evaluated many people, but she had never heard him praise an opponent. He usually dismissed them as rubbish.But now, facing Eden, he used the word "incomprehensible." It was quite surprising.Rowan then added in a serious tone, "She noticed me, Ms. Jennifer.""What?" Jennifer's expression turned to shock as she looked at Rowan in
Eden didn't return to the classroom with Joy and Ewan. Instead, she headed straight to the principal's office.Samuel was leaning back in his chair, massaging his head with a serious expression on his face.The knock on the door pulled him back to reality.Samuel sat up straight and relaxed his expression. "Come in."Eden walked into the room. When Samuel saw her, he was momentarily surprised before frowning. "Why are you back at school? Why not rest for a few days?"He stood up, poured a glass of water for Eden, and looked at her. She seemed better, though the exhaustion was still apparent.Eden must be tired, having had to go to Rielton for the auction and then handle her grandmother's funeral.Eden took a sip of the warm water and said, "The National Assessment is coming up. I need to study."When Samuel heard this, he raised an eyebrow. Study? It sounded strange coming from her."Then why are you here to see me?" Samuel knew Eden's personality well. She wouldn’t come to hi
Samuel responded quickly. Eden narrowed her eyes and put away her phone. A week ago, she was still in Rielton.Quin had already decided to come to Estburg by then.Interesting.Grant looked around and pointed to the seat where Laudes used to sit. He said to Quin, "You can take that seat."Quin smiled sweetly and said, "Sure. Thanks, Mr. Grant."Grant offered a few more words before leaving.Quin glanced at Eden with a victorious smile.After Quin took her seat, the students in the class occasionally glanced at her, their curiosity piqued.Quin was stunningly beautiful, with features so perfect they seemed sculpted by a master. Her flawless brows, large eyes, and fair, smooth skin made her stand out, along with her graceful demeanor and expensive accessories. While the students of Class 3-18 still considered Eden the most beautiful, Quin was undeniably the next most att