Chapter 155

A few students gathered at a distance. When they saw Madeline walk into the film set, whispers quickly spread through the crowd.

“Isn’t she the Freshman campus belle? What’s she doing on set?”

“Could she be acting?”

“Maybe just a background actor.

“No way! I checked the cast list, and Madeline’s the second female lead!”

“What? She joined the entertainment industry?”

Everyone was shocked. Unaware of the growing chatter, Madeline greeted the crew warmly.

Meanwhile, Yohannes was aloof and distant, visibly in a low mood Jasper whispered something to him, but Yohannes responded with clear Impatience.

Madeline went straight to the dressing room. By the time she emerged, Yohannes was already gone.

After completing her morning scenes, Madeline stomped her feet against the cold, shivering slightly. The weather was particularly frigid.

Malcolm waved. “Maddie, good work. Go get some rest. It’s freezing today

Madeline responded with a hum and rubbed her hands together, waring her cheeks before heading into the lounge

“Maddie, you’re just in time.” Jasper was in the lounge, frowning. He was relieved to see Madeline

“What’s wrong?” Madeline asked.

Jasper sighed. “The concert is coming up, and Yohannes has been exhausted. His mood’s been off, and now, he’s wandered off somewhere. I can’t reach him. Could you try contacting him!”

Yohannes‘ parents death. It seemed that the weight

Yohannes, but his phone

Yohannes sat alone in a room filled with scattered books and lists. Leaning against a bookshelf, his body curled slightly as he

had once promised to teach him. However, the promise was

His eyes, rimmed with faint red, shimmered with unslsed tears. At that moment, his striking features

a facade of strength.

averted his gaze, his throat moving as if forcing out his next

a book, but she regained her balance and quietly closed the door

drinks in hand, Madeline weaved through the stacks of books and

to rest. You

ruffle Yohannes‘ well–styled hair. “I asked around. You stand out too

Madeline added. “The librarian said the book

head on her shoulder. His voice, when it came, was hoarse. You won’t

Madeline was unsure of how to respond. Meanwhile, Yohannes closed his eyes, his long lashes trembling

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Chapter 153

the isolated basement level, it felt l history records, that floor held only an old storage

felt like they were the

people in the world. Aside from the

it was so quiet that their breathing was the only

you need me, you can always reach out

nothing. Madeline was the first person to protect him–to stay by his side. He feared that if they became too close, he would become dependent

his regrets. “Maddie… I once… He had once watched her and Benjamin

Madeline blinked in confusion. “Once

Yohannes squeezed Madeline’s hand, pressing it into his palm. Her hand was soft, and his fingers slowly entwined with hers. “Will

be mad at me“”

her hand and gently squeezed back. “Of course not. I

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