Michelle knew that Frederic must be here in an event like this.

Even though he came from a scholar family, the elders of that family were all across Centrolis’ education and legal bureaucracies. There were judges, prosecutors, professors, and chancellors.

All four major families were on good terms with this family.

Michelle bit her lips and vaguely heard a frantic voice amidst the mockery.

“Z, don’t be like this!”

The crowd quieted down and checked out the handsome man in a suit following his voice. He was good-looking and outstanding in physique and presence among everyone else.

It was just that… he was challenging Zephyr?

The crowd exchanged looks and continued watching like they were watching a show.

Zephyr frowned and looked up at him.

“Hey, Frederic, what are you doing!?” Josiah warned softly, “Are you too free? Trying to save the damsel in distress now!?”

Frederic licked his dry lips and looked at Zephyr pleadingly.

“Z…”

Zephyr’s voice was deep and cold. “Frederic, what do you want to say?”

“Z, I just want to plead Michelle’s case for her.” Frederic’s voice was not loud, but his gaze was determined. “It was a mindless mistake on her part. Be the bigger person, and don’t punish her like this.”

Zephyr’s face fell while Josiah widened his eyes before he eyed Frederic desperately to shut him up.

“Frederic! Come here!” Josiah sweated. “Stop it, okay? You… You’re quite smart usually. Why are you dumber than me today?”

abroad. She

stood straight

up and quietly

She was not being nice, but she could not bear to

up for her… Cordelia immediately understood whose unforgettable love

pleading, “Z, consider this a favor for

looked at him in disbelief. “What’s wrong with

he wanted to do something for his first love, he ought to discern what kind of person his first love

was like a life-saving

out of herself and wanted to go to Frederic, only to slip

her swiftly, and as they met eyes, Michelle vaguely leaned

softly, “Our award-winning actress probably isn’t as skilled,

actress scoffed and said

outside of the crowd who was watching the whole incident quietly. The scene stung

Michelle carefully. To be exact, he was keeping her behind him. His straight posture was like a tree. As long as he could shelter the person he liked,

Her eyes dimmed

moment of silence,

was surprised and

Zephyr said coldly. “If she causes any other problems,

won’t!” Frederic hurried to promise.

has to be Being emotionally reckless is taboo. I think you’re more aware of this than

“Mm.”

hope that you’re as calm when you handle your personal relationships as when you handle

Cordelia’s hand and left

in relief when they completely disappeared in the night, and her hand that held onto

“Michelle, you…”

fine.” Michelle’s attitude was lukewarm. “I’m a little tired. I’d like

looked at her

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