Chapter 25
“What’s he doing at the obstetrics department? Dan had clearly picked upon it too, leaning closer to whisper with a mischievous tone, “Could she have some unpleasant
Everyone knew the entertainment industry was a mess, and Mandy had been abroad for years.
“ormabeshe’s pregnant?” she continued to speculate wildly
“Forget about her,” I said, glancing around with complete disinterest in her affairs. “There’s an elevator over there. Let’s go that way!
But she grabbed my arm. “Wall Maybe there’s some drama to watch.”
thad no choice but to let her peer through the door crack for what felt like forever. In the end, even after Mandy left, Dawn hadn’t figured out anything juicy and finally gave up.
“Mandy is definitely hiding some unspeakable secret,” she declared confidently as we walked out
“Who cares about her secrets? just hearing her name makes the nauseous. Let’s drop it, alright?”
“Fine.” Daum said with a teasing grin, holding onto my arm. “Let’s
Before she could finish, we heard acar unlocking nearby Our attention turned to see Tom stepping out of a sleek vehicle.
Tom?” said, otterly surprised. “What are you doing here?
“I came to drop something off for Greg. I was just about to leave when I saw you two,” he replied casually, tilting his head with a lazy smile. “It’s almost lunchtime. Would you two Indies cate to join me?
‚wer wouldn’t want to impose” pasi said, pretending to be polite, but her face lit up excitedly.
He was no eritmary person. He was the only heir to the White family–the most prominent family in the city. His wealth and background were legendary, making him the envy of countless people.
An invitation to dine with him was practically a miracle..
With a faint smile, Tum opened the car door. “Hop in. We’ll drive over together.”
“Thank you, Tom” she said eagerly, grabbing my arm. “Grace, come on. Let’s get in the car.”
Compared to Dan’s excitement. I felt a little embarrassed.
After all, just a few days ago, I had said I would treat him to a meal, but he ended up footing the bill. And now, he was inviting us again…
“How about 1 treat you this time?” I offered tentatively.
While Lastening his seatbelt, Tom glanced at me through the rearview mirror, his Lps curving into a smile. “Sure. You pick the place ”
I thought for a moment and suddenly remembered something. “How about we go to that seafood boil place near campus? I remember you and it too, didn’t you?””
Dan and to frequent that seafood bail restaurant when we were students. We even bumped into Tem there a few times.
We were always surprised that someone as polished and privileged as him would enjoy something so simple. It almost felt real
After 1 med Gan, though, I didn’t go back. His preference for bland food made him dismiss seafood boils as “junk food.”
With a soft click, Tom fastened his seatbelt, his smile deepening “Alright.”
Soon, his car pulled up on the bustling commercial street near Funrine University.
It was lunchtime, and the seafood boil restaurant was packed with people.
“You two grab a seat. I go place the order,” Isaid, taking charge like a host.
But the line at the counter was overwhelming, and I repeatedly jostled backward. Instinctively, cradled my stomach and frowned.
“Excuse me!”
Suddenly, group of tall, burly students pushed through from behind, and one bumped hard into my shoulder.
I stumbled, nearly losing my balance.
Just then, my wrist was finely grasped, and before could react, I was caught off guard and collided with a broad, warm chest
“Careful,” the man said, his chest rising and falling slightly & Lamikar, subtle scent of sandalwood lingered in the air, dritting into my senses.
Still shaken, I looked up and met deep, dark eyes. His light brown rises reflected my face clearly.
It was Tom.
“Thank you, Tom,” Isaid hastily, stepping back from his embrace, mychecks heating up.
When I returned to the table with the food, I was already sweating from the crowded chaos.
Maybe it was the nostalgiant eating something I hadn’t had in years, but my mood lightened considerably.
However, we weren’t even hallway through the meal when Dawn received a call from her company, summoning her back for a meeting
“Finish eating beloer you go,” bad, worried she would work on an empty stomach.
Now unconcerned with appearances, she quickly scarfed down a few bites and had a Lege spoonful of soup. Grabbing her bag, she dashed out. “Alright, I’m fill. I’ll get going!”
Chapter 25
“Take it slow on your way back?”
After sending Twott, it was just the and Tom
The atmosphere had been lively and cheerful when she had been present earlier. Now that she was gone, things felt ab awkward
We both spoke at the same time, then stopped, startled.
Again, we spoke unison
Tom carved his lips into a smile. “Are you full? Do you want to stroll aroundcam
Trelive the old days?
we even get in?” I asked, intrigued, “Lheard non–students aren’t allowed anymore.”
Ever since graduation. That’t been back to Fine University. I massed those carefree university days terribly.
“Why not? Let’s po
soon, Tom drove us to the campus gate. The barrier didn’t lift, forcing him to stop the cat. A security guard quickly approached.
Sorry, but the university is currently enforcing strict rules. Non–students are not allowed entry”
lined at him, a little disappointed Mabe we should just torgerit”
But Tom simply smiled and lowered the window. “Is it alright for us to enter now?
Tompse, the security guard’s demeanor instantly shitted to one of deference: “Of course! Please go ahead”
Immediate, the barrier in front of us rose, and Tom drove straight into the campus without any hindrance.
Stunned, I turned to look back at the security guard. “Why Did they let us in?”
Probably because I’m handsome.”
Twas speechless
I wasn’t expecting him to crack such a joke, even if it might be true,
A Forine Liniversity, he was considered one of the twin stars of the campus.
Even Gevin, whom I once fell for so deeply, ranked behind him. Back then, he had far more admirers than Gonin..
Finine University was visst
Tom parked the car casually and followed me as I wandered around.
I had thought revisiting the campus would be exciting, but instead, every corner seemed to bring back memories of Gavin
By the end of our walk, I felt more disheartened than nostalge
Tom, I’m a bit tired. Let’s head back.”
Tom didn’t seem to mind my change of mood. Without a word, he drove us toward the campus entrance
But as soon as we reached the entrance, a group of people blocked the car.
When I recognized the man leading them, my jaw dropped in astonishment. “Mr. Gallaban?
Tom smiled at me and casually unfastened his seatbelt. “Come on. Let’s go say hello”
till in a daze when I followed him out of the cat and quickly found myself surrounded by several university leaders.
It wasn’t until overhead snippets of conversation that I pieced together what was going on–last month, Tom bad donated a massive samt to Fuvine University–amounting to hundreds of millions.
It wasn’t a one–time contribution but part of a long–term contiment to fund the university’s military engineering research projects.
Only did realize why the security guard had let in insorily earlier.
With someone as influentialas Tom, not only would they grant his entry, but the university chancellor himself had shown up to personally greet him
“Mr. White, this young lady looks familiar,” Johan said with a warm uile, his gaze shitting to me.” she also one of our students?”
„Mr. Gallahan I’m Grace Summers, a 2019 graduate from the Broadcast and Hosting department.”
“oh, I remember you how
“His expression brightened with recognition “I didn’t expect the two of you to still be together after all these years! So, when’s the wedding? Make sure to sendus sorse wedding favors!
I was speechless.
could tell he had gotten the wrong idea and hurried to explain, but before I could speak, Tum smiled and modded. “Of course. We’ll let you know.”
