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

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

would be here for the assessment today, and honestly, he'd shown up just to see if he'd run

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

returned the nod,

call. As Elodie glanced over, he happened to look

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

help a small smile

you're just

if she failed, wouldn't that be embarrassing

fast

he managed 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

planned to fly out to Fairview Crossing at six this morning. But because today was her big exam, he'd

fine," Jarrod replied,

on his delicate features before she ducked her head with a