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Chapter 42

Chapter 42

Larry paused briefly, suddenly realizing that Quinlyn was, in fact, rather pleasant to look at. Perhaps due to long–term malnutrition, her slender frame made her seems unremarkable at first, like an ugly duckling

However, after beginning to receive proper nourishment, her features had transformed. With a bit of fullness in her cheeks, her smile now radiated beautiful charm. It she kept growing like this, she would surely become a stunning wornar

As Larry thought about complimenting her, he hesitated. He was aware that flattery might seem insincere. Then he noticed the fierce, almost murderous glare from Stanley, Quinlyn’s protective brother, which reminded him that messing t brother’s affections was risky business

When the performance ended, loud applause filled the venue. As Larry took Quinlyn’s hand for their bow, they were quickly surrounded by members of the elite society.

As the only heir of the Hill family and a notorious dandy, it was rare for him to be seen in such a respectable gathering

Unsure how Quinlyn had connected with Larry, they couldn’t let their opportunities slip away. Parents who brought their daughters rushed forward, eager to introduce them and promote their offspring.

“Larry, this is my daughter; she had coffee with you last year.”

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“Larry, this is my daughter; even though she’s only fifteen, your shared interest in literature might make for a delightful

chat.”

In the past, Larry would have welcomed these advances. Used to a life of partying and little oversight from home, he was unfazed by the idea of multiple romantic entanglements, even when they led to unwanted consequences

But now, holding Quinlyn’s hand made him feel a sharp sense of embarrassment, as if his sordid history was on display, making him seem like a poor brother.

Stanley was still eager to whisk Quinlyn away.

Larry quickly scooped her up and addressed the crowd, filled with righteous indignation, “From now on, I’m going to aim for a prestigious university, setting an example for Quinlyn. I suggest you all go home and focus on your studies.”

into stunned

Larry? Have you been

being held against your will, just blink.”

might offer their daughters to him outright, Larry hurriedly

family, was best friends with the daughter of the CEO of Horizon

also surfaced that when danger struck, Joseph had traveled from far away to help her.

regained consciousness and gazed at the little girl napping beside him. Remembering the small figure

Harriet jolted awake at his question. She looked at Warren’s

said, glancing at his nearly ruined hand as he remembered the ribbon that had

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on, whatever you want,

need to mention it. Harriet replied modestly, though inside she was

a leading tech team in the country, working with many universities. Once Warren

of Eugene’s trial. had been announced, with the parents using their influence to secure the maximum sentence of

become the front page headline in society

as pioneers of a new era, and for several days. Mandy had been receiving accolades from the education bureau,

approached Quinlyn, exclaiming.

she spoke, Mandy eagerly opened her backpack to share her joy.

plastic edges, clearly not a valuable item, yet she felt genuine happiness for her friend. “Remarkable”

elated–Quinlyn’s praise was sweeter than any

not mean it genuinely. Quinlyn’s words held true

the way, during the award ceremony, I heard about a selective admission competition where professors from many universities will come looking for talented students, allowing them to attend college early”

really think that if you participate, you’ll

tales at the library

“To start working and earn

heard from her father’s secretary; education was just a means to

this idea, but

the borderlands, her job as a lookout had