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.

had already pulled

spotted Elodie, her expression stayed neutral, but a flash of mockery flickered in her

today, and honestly, he'd shown up just to see

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

the nod,

As Elodie glanced over, he happened to look up too-their eyes met briefly

a day like today, everyone was here to cheer Sylvie on. She really did

response, couldn't help

on the other hand, seemed genuinely puzzled. “Mr. Sterling, you're just letting Elodie do this?

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

reach his eyes. "Elodie's a fast learner. Who knows? She might just surprise us

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

him with a soft smile. "Weren't you

to Fairview Crossing at six this morning. But because today was her big exam, he'd changed his flight and come

fine," Jarrod replied, pocketing

on his delicate features before she ducked her head with a