Chapter 37
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“Are you guys mistaken? ”
His string of questions left everyone else confused.
If Stanley didn’t know about this, it meant the Joyner family hadn’t stepped.in. If they hadn’t pressured Wayne , then who had ?
And when Stanley noticed that no one was joking based on their expressions, even he was taken aback.
The only reason he came to campus today was to see Scarlett face the consequences. If she still refused to admit her mistakes, he wouldn’t have minded stepping in personally.
But now, everything was playing out completely differently than he’d expected.
Just who did Scarlett cozy up to this time ? The thought suddenly sparked something in his mind.
Even though the engagement with the Jude family had been called off, that guy from the Jude family had always been sentimental–there was a good chance he might’ve helped her behind the scenes.
“Whatever the case, at least she’s okay now.”
Rebecca forced a small smile.
“I’m sure she’ll keep a low profile from now on. In a few months, she’ll graduate, and it’ll all be over.”
Stanley looked at her–so clearly wronged, yet still trying to smile–and he was instantly fuming.
Rebecca had probably figured out that the Jude family had stepped in; that’s why she looked so heartbroken.
And after everything I’d done for Connor , this dude still went behind my back and helped the enemy !
He spun around and pulled out his phone, dialing Connor.
Before the other side could even speak, he launched right in.
“You’ve got no sense at all. Spoiling her like this, do you really think she’s going to be grateful? Great. Now she gets to be comfortable, while Rebecca’s the one paying the price. Do you have any idea how badly you embarrassed Professor Miller in front of everyone? How’s Rebecca supposed to show her face in the lab after this? Rebecca’s always been good to you–and you kept saying she deserves the best. Is this your idea of ‘the best‘? Connor, you scumbag, don’t let me see you. If I do, I’ll hit you every damn time!”
He hung up right after his rant.
Then he turned back to Rebecca again.
“Don’t worry, Rebecca. I’ll make sure you get justice!”
Rebecca’s eyes shimmered with unshed tears. “Stanley, I’m fine. It’s just that this whole thing really embarrassed Professor, and it’s offended the other professors too. Professor Miller worked his whole life
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for the reputation he has now. And now, it’s mostly ruined. I just feel sorry for him.”
As her voice faded, Calvin’s eyes couldn’t help but turn red.
All these years, he’d taught countless students.
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But one as thoughtful and caring as Rebecca – who genuinely worried about her teacher–this was a first.
He was practically ready to pass down everything he’d ever learned, pour all his resources into helping her
grow .
“Good girl. This hasn’t affected me much, really. Don’t worry.”
Rebecca wiped her tears , staying quiet; but her silence made her seem even more pitiful.
And even more heartbreaking.
“Professor Miller, Rebecca doesn’t look like she’s in a good state. How about I take her home?”
Calvin nodded. “Mm, take good care of her.”
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“Let’s go over your thesis draft first thing tomorrow. When the Medical Exchange Conference comes around, we’ll give them a real slap in the face! And one more thing–your lab mouse diet plan looked off to me. But it’s okay, we’ll go over it tomorrow.”
Panic flared inside Rebecca.
She’d always thought lab mice could just eat regular food.
She hadn’t expected there to be something more specific involved.
Now she could only rack her brain trying to recall what Scarlett usually fed them. She was already close to freaking out.
John cautiously asked, “Kiddo, you really don’t want to do a PhD? You’ve got quick thinking, fast reactions, solid skills–pursuing a PhD would open up more doors for you.”
Scarlett remained firm.
“I’m not thinking about that right now.”
John was heartbroken.
He hated that he couldn’t take in such a promising student.
But he quickly adjusted his mindset.
Even if she didn’t become his student, it didn’t mean he couldn’t mentor her.
“If you won’t be my student, at least be my friend, yeah?”
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Scarlett didn’t think too much of it and nodded.
“Of course . ”
John leaned in, his tone suddenly secretive.
“Good friend, I happen to have a few ancient acupuncture manuscripts. Want to take a look? ”
Scarlett’s eyes lit up.
“I’d love to. Very much.”
John instantly pulled out his phone. “Here, let’s exchange contacts. I’ll snap some pics and send them your way.”
Scarlett scanned his code and added him on the spot.
“Please do it soon, I really want to see them.”
John instantly understood what she was after; now he knew exactly what bait to use.
He had what Scarlett wanted most–ancient acupuncture texts. If he wanted her as a student, it was only a matter of time.
Meanwhile, Connor sighed and rubbed his temples after being hung up on.
What the heck is Joyner’s son doing ? Has he lost it ? If it weren’t for Rebecca’s sake, Connor wouldn’t have let this go so easily.
Just then, a few knocks came at the door, and his assistant stepped in.