Love or Die CEO’s Daily Dose of Swoon

Chapter 217

Cordelia paused for a second before turning to see Everard casually standing up. "I'm done with this class too," he declared, making his way towards the exit.

Cordelia was baffled.

Why stick around if the very reason for her staying, the kids, were being sent away? There was an odd appeal, though, in the thought of joining them in their stand, almost like a quirky adventure.

Everard had his punishment for Lucille all mapped out in his head, but he didn't want to make a scene. Hence, his silence.

Well, Lucille can consider himself jobless come tomorrow.

With that thought, Everard strolled leisurely to Cordelia, ready to make a grand exit alongside the kids when another voice rang out-

"I'm done too."

Keen stood up and followed suit.

Everard was puzzled.

"I don't deserve to be here for Lucille's class either."

Hanley rose, not heading out, but clearly making a statement.

"Me too!"

pen from Cordelia which Lucille had blown way out of proportion. Seeing others

They were a tight-knit group, especially after Cordelia's help with their homework the night before. It

"Then, me too!"

his hand and stood. With Keen by his side showing support, how could he

were clearly out of

more students

class, nearly seventy out of two hundred plus students, were on their feet. How

was stunned, and Waldron, the next teacher, was equally taken

of Autumn Gold Academic Bootcamp rushed in, quickly assessed the situation, and made a swift decision. "Waldron, take over the class.

then turned to the students, "Alright, everyone, back to your seats. Remember, you're here for the National Math Olympiad, not to play heroes.

seething with rage but unable to retaliate, stormed

called for order. "Cordelia, please, take

who had contemplated a dramatic exit, was now

amicable guidance. After a heavy two-hour session, he announced a break

I have a word?" he asked once

not accusatory. "Lucille holds some clout in the Math circle. It might be best to apologize to keep the peace After all, both you and Keen are our best shots at bringing home a gold medal this year tucille may have his grievances, but I'll

only if he first apologizes to... to

"I've said my piece. Just focus on your prep. Regardless of what happens at boot camp, you're still in

Cordelia returned to class, Waldron headed to the office,

off