Chapter 265 Two Meddling Third Parties

Samuel, consistently attentive in his studies, promptly readied himself to depart upon the teacher’s directive.

He made sure to invite Milly along, remarking, “Milly, shall we go?”

Milly paused, feeling uneasy under Jordan’s intense stare. Her instincts cautioned her that leaving with Samuel at this moment might upset him.

But if I openly stay here, it doesn’t seem like I have any suitable reasons, right?

“How about…”

Just as she was debating whether to make up an excuse to smooth things over, she suddenly heard Jordan speak up nearby again, “Weren’t you just saying you’d send a student representative to show me around the school? Let it be her.”

Milly was surprised by his words.

Is Jordan being that straightforward?

The school leaders were equally stunned, their eyes filled with disbelief as they looked at Milly not far away. “This … ”

The girl before them was clearly a freshman, probably not even familiar with the school herself, let alone capable of guiding others around.

The principal pondered carefully, not wanting to take any risks. He feared that a clueless freshman might inadvertently disrespect Jordan, which could jeopardise millions in donations.

So, he cautiously suggested, “Mr. Burnett, perhaps it would be better to have trained student representatives lead you on the tour. They are highly

knowledgeable in their fields, whereas a freshman might not …

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With each word spoken, the air around them grew colder, and by the end, the chilling atmosphere had effectively silenced any further lengthy explanations from the principal.

He looked at Jordan’s unexpectedly dark expression, appearing innocent and caught off guard.

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on the principal’s sleeve, shaking his head to

to visit the school. He obviously wanted this freshman

was

that something was amiss and changed tack. “However, freshmen also bring fresh perspectives. Mr. Burnett can listen to the voice of the new

sheepish smile spreading across his face that made

leadership roles adeptly, as evidenced by

admitted that his strategy worked. Jordan’s previously grim expression

right direction with flattery, quickly waved to Milly,

didn’t hesitate and

all the surrounding students had already left. Now, only

and bowed to

respectfully to Jordan as well.

her. “Please take

and responded, “Yes,

the fine beads of sweat

Jordan’s eyes were

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relief. Moreover, it was nearing noon, and the sun was at its peak, making it unbearably

for the planting

sun is scorching

surprise left the school leaders momentarily speechless, unable to react

as if he

the school leaders finally processed his words, they were almost ready to bow in gratitude. “Of course, Mr. Burnett, you can rest assured. We will make sure to plant many trees and build several pavilions, ensuring the students are well- protected from wind

a frosty glance their way, as if silently urging them

all shrewd individuals. One look at his expression,

and Jordan with some concern. Though he trusted Jordan’s character and believed him to be a gentleman, the fact remained that it was a young female student and an older man alone

couldn’t shake off the feeling

and gestured to Samuel and Lucius, who were still standing nearby. “You two

Lucius, he walked over to

his disdain almost overflowing from the depths

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