How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 333

Alexander had come along today just for her. As they got out of the car, he gave her shoulder a reassuring pat. "You're Elodie, remember? Back in the day, every teacher in town fought to have you in their class. Don't be nervous, alright?"

He was here for one reason: to bring Elodie, to stand with her at this turning point in her life.

A few years ago, she'd given up on herself far too soon. Now, she finally had a chance to step back onto a stage that belonged to her. More than anything, Alexander hoped that from this day forward, Elodie's life would be filled with nothing but pride and purpose.

Elodie, for her part, wasn't nervous at all—just quietly thoughtful.

"Want me to come in with you?" Alexander's tone softened, which was rare for him. Verdant University was his alma mater; he'd arranged ahead of time to visit campus. If Elodie was anxious, he'd walk in with her.

She shook her head, a small smile on her lips. "I'm not a kid anymore, you know."

"You really came?"

The voice came abruptly from off to the side-Maurice.

Elodie and Alexander both looked up.

other cars had already pulled up

Elodie, her expression stayed neutral,

too. His gaze lingered on Elodie's face a moment longer than necessary. He'd heard Elodie would be here for the assessment today, and honestly, he'd shown up just to

stare, Elodie met Joseph's eyes. He gave her a polite nod, his expression relaxed and unexpectedly

the nod,

taking an important call. As Elodie glanced over, he happened to look up too-their eyes met briefly

with this crowd. On a day like today, everyone was here to cheer Sylvie

catching Elodie's response, couldn't help a small smile as he

“Mr. Sterling, you're just letting Elodie do this? Not going to stop

him, Elodie's whole plan was pure nonsense, and if she failed, wouldn't that be embarrassing for VistaLink Technologies

smile didn't reach his eyes. "Elodie's a fast learner.

was hard to read. In the end, he managed a thin smile. "You really do

bother sparing Elodie a second glance. When she noticed Jarrod finishing his call, she turned to him with a soft smile. "Weren't you supposed to be on a last-minute business trip today? You made time just for me— won't things at work be

Crossing at six this morning. But

fine," Jarrod replied, pocketing his

on his delicate features before she ducked her