"Thank you," Jade told Caelan as she ate.Caelan's expression stiffened, and a hint of disdain appeared on his face. "You're the future Mrs. Fitzgerald. If any negative news about you spreads, it will also affect the Fitzgerald Group."Although his words were unpleasant to hear, Jade knew that this was his unique way of caring for people.After finishing the cake, she patted her stomach contentedly. "I'm full.""Mm, I still have some things to attend to, so I'll go back," Caelan said nonchalantly before he stood up. He walked ahead and asked disapprovingly when he saw that Jade wasn't following, "Aren't you going to see me off?""Huh?" Jade snapped back to reality. Caelan always came and went like the wind, so why was he making such a request this time?Since he had mentioned it, she'd do it. After all, he had done her a huge favor.She hurried over to follow Caelan, feeling inexplicably joyful as she looked at his broad shoulders. It felt so good to be protected."Come back to
"Wow, he's such a smooth talker! If I had a boyfriend like that, I'd be over the moon!" Melanie exclaimed, covering her mouth with her hands, unable to contain her excitement.Jade couldn't help but blush. She shut off the phone screen shyly. "Oh, come on, why are you more excited than me?"Ignoring Jade's embarrassment, Melanie activated fantasy mode. "Spill! Have you made him lemon water before? Why else would he keep thinking about it? Seriously, when did you two secretly get together? I have some punishments in mind if you don’t tell me!"Melanie wriggled her fingers as she closed in on Jade with an evil smirk, looking like she wouldn't let Jade go without an answer.Jade could only tell her honestly, "Really, it’s nothing. We stay close by, so I sometimes make snacks and take them over to him with a glass of lemon water."Jade sounded nonchalant, but Melanie looked astonished. "Gosh, you are two single people who have spent so long together, yet you haven't even held hands? I
Cooper struggled to break free before turning to Jade for help. "Aren't you going to be a good bro? Since when do you just stand by and watch?""You sneaked out, so you should know what consequences to expect." Jade waved him off, nonchalantly adding, "I'll rescue you after I'm done seeing Tiffany."The bodyguards shoved Cooper into the car.Meanwhile, Melanie was shocked by the Hendersons' imposing presence. "Seriously? Even Cooper has his days?""He is the Hendersons' sole heir. How could they not prioritize him?"Jade bought some fruits, along with a bouquet, and headed straight to the hospital with Melanie.-After they inquired about Tiffany's room, they were stopped by the bodyguards at the door. "Sorry, visitors are not allowed at the moment."Jade introduced herself, thinking that they didn't know who she was, "I'm Jade Severin from Clothheap University, Tiffany's classmate. Please inform her."To her surprise, the bodyguard glanced at her indifferently and remained un
The fact that Tiffany defended her deeply moved Jade.Tiffany wouldn't listen to Merida, so they reached a stalemate until Merida finally relented. "Fine, you can chat for only half an hour. After that, she must leave.""Thanks, Mom," Tiffany obediently replied.Merida left the ward with a snort.Once the door closed, Tiffany reclined on the bed and motioned for Jade and Melanie to take a seat.The ward exuded luxury, boasting ample space and bright lighting, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom.Melanie marveled at the opulence. "Wealthy folks sure have a different way of living."Tiffany smiled, then shifted her gaze to Jade. "Are all our classmates alright?""They've all returned safely," Jade replied with a smile.Seeing apples in the fruit basket, she picked one up, peeled it, cut it into slices, and offered it to Tiffany.Tiffany accepted it after a moment of hesitation.As she and Jade exchanged smiles, it seemed like something was gradually melting between them
That was why Tiffany smiled happily when she received Jade's approval and heard her say they were friends.-Outside the hospital, Jade looked grim.Melanie looked at her, concerned, and asked, "Jade, what's wrong?""I need you to help me with something, Melanie," Jade whispered to Melanie, who widened her eyes instantly."Are you sure you want to do this?"Jade nodded. "I can't let Tiffany get hurt for nothing. And the accident earlier, too—I suspect it was all Laura's doing."Melanie hadn't imagined Laura would do something so insane. To uncover the truth, she decided to assist Jade. She sent a text message to Laura, mimicking Cooper's tone.Melanie: [Let's chat.]Soon, Laura replied.Laura: [Who are you?]Melanie: [Cooper.]The concise reply sounded domineering, and Laura didn't doubt it at all as she quickly responded.Laura: [Cooper, you've finally stopped ignoring me.]Melanie: [Cut the crap. Zentral Park. If I don't see you by three, forget about seeing me again.]
Laura stepped back, her gaze avoidant as she looked at Jade. "Are you crazy? Get out of my way, I'm leaving."She took two steps forward, but Melanie pushed her back. "Laura Jourdain, you think you can just run away after committing a crime? It's not that easy."Laura almost fell to the ground from the push and became flustered. "What are you doing? Are you planning to hit me?""Do you know that what you did broke Tiffany's leg and almost endangered the whole class? That's over 30 lives, Laura! Doesn't your conscience ache? Could you sleep peacefully if something really happened?" Jade pressed, advancing step by step, while Laura retreated until her back hit a rock."I-I didn't! I really didn't!" At this point, Laura was still trying to argue.Seeing Laura's reluctance to admit her fault, Jade signaled to Melanie.Melanie took out her phone and dialed a number. An elderly person's voice came from the other end. "Hello, who is this?""Hello, I'm from the car rental company. Laura
Jade's words plunged Laura into deep thought. When Neve told her it was Jade who had framed her, Laura had been irrational and believed her.Upon reflection now, it was full of loopholes. Jade's dorm was far from hers, so how could Jade sneakily slip the exam papers under her bed?"If it wasn't you, then who could it be?" Laura asked uncertainly.Melanie couldn't stand it anymore and said, "It's such a simple question. Do you even need to think? It's obviously the person closest to you.""No, it can't be!" Laura denied hastily. "Neve wouldn't frame me. She's always been so good to me, helping me with everything. When everyone else looked down on me, she was the only one who genuinely cared about me."Jade felt a pang of pity for Laura and analyzed it for her. "How exactly was she good to you? By making you fetch water and buy food for her? By occasionally buying you snacks to butter you up to win you over?"Think about it. Every time she pretended to be weak, it was to make you t
Aware of Neve's temper, Rania silently set off to purchase what she desired."Excuse me, is Neve around?" Just as Rania turned to leave, she collided with an androgynously dressed girl.After scrutinizing the newcomer for a moment, Rania cautiously asked, "May I ask who you are?""I'm Neve's good friend. I need to see her about something." Laura tried to appear calm and confident. She knew that the more nervous she seemed, the more suspicious Rania would become.As expected, Rania believed her. "Ms. Severin is taking a break. I'll take you to see her."Neve was sitting on a chair resting when Rania returned. Immediately, her expression darkened. "Where's the water I asked for?""Neve, long time no see."Laura's sudden appearance caught Neve off guard.Neve looked at Laura fixedly, forcing a strained smile. "What brings you here?"Neve's indifference hurt Laura deeply, but she held back for the sake of confirming her suspicions. "What's wrong? Are you unhappy to see me?""Why