Chapter 1228

Apprentices can come and go, but losing one's standing? That's just not on.

Presley knew today's drama needed to be nipped in the bud, no way could Conrad keep talking. After giving David a heartfelt apology, Presley shot Conrad a look that screamed 'warning.'

Conrad just stood there, stunned, not saying a word. No one knew their mentor's ways better than him.

David had a slight smile tugging at his lips. Without even glancing at Presley or bringing up anything else, he told the staff nearby to rework this year's rankings. Once everyone got their results, he let the crowd disperse.

Soon enough, a few vice chairs left too. But as Presley made his exit, he threw a shadowy, unreadable glance at James.

"What a day, huh? And we even had you come all the way here for this," David said to Mirabella and James, his face a picture of resignation.

Mirabella just waved it off with a grin, her face glowing with indifference. "No worries."

checked the time and suggested, "It's getting late.

dinner invites a few times before. She

"Yeah." James nodded.

Mirabella gave David

table. After hanging up, just as he

wanted to say something but

David rolled his eyes.

side. She raised

check," David said, clearing his throat and motioning

Coming over, he nodded at her and offered the formula

didn't reach for it. "Keep it.

gold dust to

don't have to follow it to the letter or stick to

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