Chapter 440 

Although she wrote it very suddenly without any advance notice the sharp–eyed readers and fans immediately realized that Lockwood had updated. They were instantly excited. They postal comments, liked it, tipped it, and went to various major platforms to promote it. 

When Athena woke up the next morning, she saw that the news of the second part of Lockwood’s Detective Diary starting serialization not only made the trending list but also exploded in popularity. 

Not to mention Twitter, her iMessage was completely blown up with messages. 

The editor–in–chief of Cherry Literature Network, the president of the publishing company, the person–in–charge of the film and television cooperation agency, and so on all sent her messages. They either congratulated her or queued up to wait for the collaboration. 

She was so busy, so she wouldn’t reply unless there was something important. 

When she arrived at the dining room, Tina came to her with Dolli. Her eyes sparkled as she said, “Athena, is your new case based on the sensational case of Mr. Graham’s rumored girlfriend Madalyn’s mysterious death?” 

Athena nodded. “Yes.” 

“Wow, this is so interesting!” Tina screamed. “I can’t wait. Can you spoil the story and tell me who the murderer is?” 

Athena replied, “Will you spoil the key plot of your serialization?” 

“No,” Tina said before she could answer. “So you won’t spoil it. I won’t ask. I just want to ask when the next update will be. Can there be more updates?” 

Athena said, “I don’t know, I’m not sure. Let’s see when I’m free.” 

Tina leaned over and winked with Dolli. “Why don’t you tell me the plot of the next few chapters and I’ll help you write it? I’m mainly with the production team now. I have a lot of time. I can even write ten thousand words a day. I can even help you make up details.” 

When Diane, who was silently eating hamburger, heard this, she said, “I watched the drama previously. It was very good. If there’s a second book, I’ll follow it too.” 

After saying that, she even clenched her fists at Athena. “Do your best!” 

Athena could only chuckle. “Thank you for your encouragement.” 

Luna also said, “Athena, I might have been too shy to say this before, but now that we’re family, you’ve got to let us have the first look at the adaptation of the second part into a film or series, right?” 

Athena smiled. “Of course.” 

Hence, Luna was relieved. “Come on. Hurry up and eat. You’ll have the strength to create after eating.” 

In Kitmore University, it was not until lunchtime that Joy noticed that many people in the cafeteria were discussing the new case written in Lockwood’s Detective Diary. 

“This case is about Matthew’s ex–girlfriend Madalyn’s mysterious death at Lani Island, right?” 

“It should be. Although I don’t know the rest of the plot, just by reading the introduction of the deceased, I think it’s almost 

the same as Madalyn’s death. I’m curious. Matthew is so fickle. He had two girlfriends in three years. One died and the other had a miscarriage. Why would Athena dare to date him?” 

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Chapter 440 

“Although Athena’s family is rich, it’s incomparable to the Grahan and Powell families. Could she be targeted by the Powell family?” 

The fact that Athena was Lockwood had not been made public. Students in Kitmore University did not know about this. When they suddenly thought of the cases Madalyn and Jaylin, they could not help but worry for Athena. 

Someone sighed. “Maybe Athena is too perfect in other aspects. Her shortcoming is that she doesn’t have good taste in men. She’s mesmerized by Matthew’s looks and family background and thinks that she won’t be scammed…” 

Someone thought of something. “Speaking of which, since Athena and Mr. Graham met on the day of school, the two of them haven’t made any moves. Even the media didn’t take photos of the two of them dating or meeting. They didn’t break up, did they?” 

The others also found it strange. “Even if Athena took a long leave, they shouldn’t not see each other for three months, right?” 

“Athena came back yesterday, but Mr. Graham didn’t come to pick her up. Their relationship has probably changed…” 

Speaking of this, regardless of whether they knew each other or not, they all formed groups to gossip. 

Someone stole a glance at Joy at the other table and said in a low voice, “Hasn’t there been news that Mr. Graham and Joy have an extraordinary relationship? There’s also news that Joy often takes leave to accompany Mr. Graham. She’s actually Mr. Graham’s true love.” 

“Joy is so rich and often funds archaeological activities in the department. I don’t believe that her family gave her all her money. A large portion of it was given to her by Mr. Graham, right?” 

“As expected of a psychology major. Your analysis is too reasonable! Madalyn and Jaylin look almost identical. Athena and Joy are also somewhat similar. I suspect that Mr. Graham is openly talking to Athena and is secretly with Joy…” 

Their discussion seemed soft, but Joy heard it all. 

She turned a deaf ear. No matter what others said, it did not affect her at all. She would be flattering them if she looked at them for a second longer. 

At this moment, she had also finished eating and stood up to leave. 

However, at this moment, Gia walked up to her with a few girls and greeted her with a smile, “Joy, long time no see.” 

Joy smiled. “Long time no see. What’s the matter?” 

Gia pretended to be concerned and said, “Joy, aren’t you Mr. Graham’s true love? Mr. Graham confessed to Athena in public to protect you, right? Just like how Madalyn and Jaylin were also used by Mr. Graham to hide your existence.” 

She had heard this from the socialites and noblewomen from Valemont City and Dichester. ‘It makes sense. Otherwise, why would Mr. Graham confess to Athena so suddenly? But whether or not this claim is true, I want to incite Joy to deal with Athena.‘ 

Hearing Gia say this, the students around her quietened down and looked at Joy curiously and teasingly. 

Joy saw through Gia Kennedy’s intentions at a glance and said calmly, “I have nothing to do with Mr. Graham. Please don’t spread rumors. You will be punished for spreading rumors.” 

Gia’s expression stiffened slightly. ‘If I get punished for spreading rumors about Athena, does that mean I’ll also get punished for spreading rumors about Joy? I can’t be that unlucky, can I?‘ 

Joy then said, “Also, I have a fiancé. We might get married in a year or two.” 

Everyone looked at each other and whispered. 

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