After Death, Love Unveiled

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When Elara spoke, she seemed incredibly justified.

In the past, Elara would never have dared to do something like this, but now, she found that it brought her unexpected joy. No wonder Asher used to enjoy treating Elara so coldly,

Every time Elara showed even a hint of discontent toward Dapline, he would criticize her, claiming she was too petty,

It felt refreshing to turn the tables and use a player's tactics against a player, leaving them cornered.

Seeing Asher stunned, seemingly still contemplating her words, lara shifted to a gentler demeanor. "I just hope to improve my grades a bit. Asher, everything I do is just to stand by your She paused before continuing. "I don't want people to say, "Elara is just a ditzy girl. You used to look down on me. If my grades stay low and I'm with you, wouldn't that embarrass you?"

Recalling past events, Elara lifted her head, deliberately showcasing the welling tears in her eyes to appear even more pitiful. Asher initially intended to retort, but her wounded expression made him feel guilty. "I'm sorry"

"It's not your fault, Elara replied with a wry smile. "No one likes an idiot That's just how the world works. I'm not blaming you. I just want to work hard to become a better version of myself for you." Alright. I understand now." Asher admitted, persuaded by her.

Upon reflection, he realized he had been a bit thoughtless. I'm just worried that Lysander likes you. What if..."

"What if she really ends up with Lysander? What would I do then? Asher pondered.

Noticing his concern, Elara reassured him. "That won't happen."

"Why are you so sure?" Asher asked.

Elara sighed. "Do you really think all rich kids are fools? Why would he like me? I'm not on his level. If it weren't for my dad he wouldn't even glance my way." Asher believed her last stalement.

Lysander was smart and talented in every way.

He truly didn't think Lysander would be interested in Elara.

Right now, with Lysander by her side, it was probably mostly an act.

Asher's expression softened. "Okay, go rest. I won't interfere with your business with him anymore

Seeing that she had convinced him, Elara smiled. "Goodnight."

After saying this, she turned and headed back to her room.

Once in the elevator, Elara recalled Asher's words and felt happier the more she thought about it.

to press the button

top floor, Elara lay down, feeling elated that she had

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never

showed that in his eyes, Elara was just a

the following period. Asher took

finishing his shifts, he would stay

Elara didn't

Elara had never given him a

Many

men were like that.

but when it came time to contribute, they hesitated to spend

Asher had

school in the mornings, but not

finished work in the evening and took the bus back to the Kensington

in Brookfield were quite

His life wasn't easy.

she quickly realized that aside from attending classes with Elara, he had completely stopped communicating with her, treating her like a stranger. That afternoon, Daphne approached Asher in front of Elara to ask

"I can't right now," while focusing intently on his work

beside him,

"What question is it? I can

turned to

Elara's grades have improved, but does she really think she's better than

"If

the lack of communication between Daphne and Asher and wanted to

Asher, Christmas is coming soon. Where will you spend it this year? Are you going back

back,

are you spending it at Elara's house?" Daphne asked,

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had always spent

glanced at Elara and said, "I'm

that with Lysander likely avoiding the Kensington family

"This year, that's probably not going

not?" Daphne asked,

thoughtfully. "I promised my dad I'd spend Christmas