Chapter 50

Cindy’s expression was nothing but arrogant, clutching onto Edward’s arm as the both of them sat down. Edward had a high and mighty air about him as well.

Wilbur frowned, irritation flaring in his chest.

It was clear that Cindy had brought her boyfriend along just to show off. It was a gathering, not a show- and–tell.

Just then, Cindy smiled and said, “Come on, guys, stop staring! Edward might be someone of status, but he’s my boyfriend. There’s no need to act so awkwardly.

The words sounded polite, but the implication was less so.

Everyone was speechless. In the end, someone got up and poured everyone a glass of wine. Those who did not drink got tea instead.

After that, Ryan Swan, the previous class monitor, raised his glass. “It’s a rare occasion that all of us are free enough to get together. Let’s drink to that. The night’s still young.”

Everyone raised their glasses, and so did Wilbur, Nancy and a few female classmates only drank tea.

After the first drink, everyone picked up their cutlery and began chatting among themselves.

fell on Wilbur. She seemed

in a while! Where did you run off to for so long?” Cindy asked.

work abroad and just got

returned from abroad. I’m sure you must be some

“I’m unemployed right

shook her head at once. “That won’t do! Why don’t I get you sorted out, and you can come to work at Woods Corporate? I’m sure I can get you the position of a driver or

fine. I don’t really want to do that.” Wilbur wanted to roll his eyes at her. Who could have

you get a part–time gig working for the government

grew stronger. “I’m not really struggling that much yet. You don’t need to worry about

made Cindy’s expression darken at once, and she slammed her fork on the table. “I was just trying to help you because we were once

implying anything.” Wilbur said calmly.

out a chuckle. “Forget it, Cindy. No point trying to force him into doing something he doesn’t want to.

from everyone, but none

Status.

quickly put some food on

looked at Nancy gratefully, knowing that she

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old flames! Nancy, I know you were once deskmates, but you should really be wary

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