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

When she spotted Elodie, her expression stayed neutral, but

a moment longer than necessary. He'd heard Elodie would be here for the assessment today, and honestly,

He gave her a

returned the nod, equally

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

today, everyone was here to cheer Sylvie on. She really did look the part of the group's princess-center of attention,

response, couldn't help a small smile

genuinely puzzled. “Mr. Sterling, you're just letting

pure nonsense, and if she

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

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

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

planned to fly out to Fairview Crossing at six this morning. But because today

fine," Jarrod replied,

a moment, her gaze lingering on his delicate features before she ducked her head with a