Chapter 617

“Well, 1…” Alex was trying to find the right words, but Carl jumped in and explained, “He’s a partner at this school now. And this is the new principal, Mr. Jensen.”

Ellie glanced at Alex, then at Barry, Barry quickly came over to explain, “Dr. Thompson, don’t get us wrong. Mr. Warren just bought a portion of JR Group’s stock, and I’m just here for a title.

Ellie shot a sharp look at Alex. In just a few days, he managed to buy shares in the internationally renowned JR Group. “You…”

“Totally legal and legitimate. He sold it to me voluntarily. I just got lucky, Alex quickly clarified, sensing Ellie’s sharp gaze before she even spoke.

Ellie glanced at the people in the office, gave a polite nod, and turned to leave. Seeing this, Alex hurriedly followed her out.

Barry was about to follow but was yanked back by Carl, who quickly locked the office door.

Barry pressed his back against the door, feeling the weight of the situation. Carl raised an eyebrow. “So, that woman–is she Alex’s girlfriend?”

Barry wasn’t sure how to respond.

Carl smirked. “Or a mistress?”

“Mr. Lancaster. I can’t explain everything in just a few words. You should ask Mr. Warren directly, Barry said quickly before rushing out the door.

I was just lucky to pick up the shares from Mr. Sheppard,” Alex said as he walked alongside Ellie down

and take care of your business. I’ll just check on the kids and then head home,”

hand to place it around her shoulder. Ellie glanced at him, and he

in class, and Ellie stood outside the window, watching them without

said, preparing to leave, but Alex grabbed her

asked, “Aren’t we waiting

him a gentle push. Alex, with a resigned expression, followed her

Betty suddenly ran out of the classroom, with Oscar

like that. Why didn’t you follow the rules?”

behind her back, speaking carefully, “Sorry, Mom. I just wanted to

then at Alex. “What did you

close. Betty suddenly pressed something into his hand, covering it with her tiny palm. Alex quickly understood what she meant and slipped the

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it to you. Will you

then looked at Ellie. He turned back to Betty and replied, “Even if I’m not your dad, I’ll always have your back. Now go back to class.”

Alex and asked, “What did she

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