Chapter 55 Her Story

The headmaster gave a nod. “I understand what’s going on now.”

65%

+8 Pearls

Without sparing a glance for the registrar, he turned to the teacher standing outside the office. “Please see to her enrollment.”

The teacher nodded, quickly handling the necessary paperwork on her computer. A moment later, she handed Charmaine her new student ID. “Welcome back.”

Charmaine accepted it with both hands. “Thank you.”

The principal gave a brief look before he made his way toward the door, clearly content with the outcome.

The registrar watched them, irritation still burning in him, but there was also a flicker of relief.

Just as the principal reached the door, he paused and turned back. “Charles Pearce. You have been found guilty of serious violations of school policy. You have mistreated our students, and as of tomorrow onward, you will no longer be welcome here.”

One sentence sealed the registrar’s fate.

Charles stood frozen, stunned for a moment. Then, realizing the weight of the situation, he rushed toward the principal, eager to argue.

But the teacher and a bodyguard moved swiftly, covering his mouth and dragging him out of the room.

Charmaine made her way down the stairs, her eyes finding the headmaster once again, standing beneath a banyan tree, watching her.

She approached him, offering a small bow. “Thank you, Headmaster.”

quiet, most students in class, and the path was nearly

softened, and

been

gave a brief nod, then asked,

Felix, the principal

life around now–quit gambling and found some direction. He’s teaching art to the freshmen here. If it weren’t for him recognizing you, I

happen within our school. If I

really. I’m sorry to

as our family’s. I know there were rumors two

had once been a promising young artist

1/2

17

55 Her Story

he’d been led astray by a so–called friend and

65%

+8 Pearls

was leaving to study abroad, only to head to South Aspus, where he was drawn

kidnapped him, using his fingers to threaten the principal. One million, three million,

ransom money came in waves, but the criminals kept asking for more.

who could say where things would have

ago, the headmaster had been frantic, barely able to keep his composure as he rushed Felix, barely alive, off the plane. Today, he was

the need to show his gratitude. She also understood that if she refused his offer

you, Headmaster. I’ll head to my class now,” Charmaine said

course. Go ahead,” the headmaster replied,

she had been in the same class as Felix. Now, he was in junior year. Today was the first day of the semester, and all the students were gathered for the

building just as the class

but when she entered, the noise immediately

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255