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CHAPTER 37

Author: KnightNovel
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-05 15:35:34

The day of graduation buzzed in the courtyard at Hampton University. The warm sun filtered its way through the trees, casting various patterns of light on the students gathered to celebrate their achievement. Yet, despite the joyful atmosphere, Alph felt that no amount of applause or cheer could fill the hollowness in his chest.

He had stood on the fringe of the crowd, his arms folded across his chest, as he watched the ceremony progress. Pride and relief bathed the familiar faces of his classmates, but his eyes scanned elsewhere for that something-or someone-he knew wasn't going to be there. The absence of Maxine clung to him, an inescapable reminder of how everything changed since the incident.

On stage, the principal of the university started to cough; his voice rumbled through the speakers. "Graduates, today marks a major milestone in your life," he began in a formal, yet warm tone. "You worked hard, faced challenges, and now stand at the threshold of the future.

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