Chapter 439 Get Close to Leon

Xavier elaborated, "Aria needs to become a peacemaker to convince the Layne family to let her off the hook. Eventually, the Carver family will tire of being indebted to her. When that happens, she'll be in a difficult position!"

The scholars found merit in Xavier's argument.

A scholar remarked, "Well, we need to regard her highly now. After all, she should be quite skillful to be able to save Mr. Carver Senior."

Xavier disagreed. "It's just luck."

Compared to Aria, Xavier was more concerned about getting his hand on the "Needle's Codex" in Lily's possession.

Acquiring the book would solidify his position. After all, he witnessed Lily's inexperience during the needle insertion.

However, the chances of Xavier acquiring the "Needle's Codex" seemed slim. Perhaps the Layne family had already secured it.

Lost in thought, Xavier furrowed his brows.

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Meanwhile, Lily's face was ashen as she hurried back to the university.

She had tried calling Dominic multiple times, but he didn't pi