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.

then, Cindy’s gaze fell on Wilbur.

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

to work abroad and

abroad. I’m sure you must be some bigshot at a top company?”

frowned. “I’m unemployed

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 security guard.”

wanted to roll his eyes at her. Who could have guessed that Cindy was just working

your satisfaction? I can get Edward to help you get a part–time gig working for the

struggling that much yet. You don’t need to

slammed her fork on the table. “I was just trying to help you because we were once classmates and you’re jobless.

anything.” Wilbur said calmly.

him into doing something he doesn’t want to. Some people

displeasure from everyone, but none said anything

Status.

put some food on Wilbur’s plate.

Wilbur looked at Nancy gratefully, knowing that she was

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was not done yet. “Look at that, old classmates reigniting old flames! Nancy, I know you were once deskmates, but you should really be wary of jobless deadbeats

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