In the afternoon, Layla visited the school for registration. Despite her casual attire, she still managed to capture attention as a stunning presence on campus.
“Wow, she’s stunning Is she a freshman?”
“Have you seen her before? Is she from our school?”
I think I remember her from the entrance exam. She must be a freshman.”
Whispers circulated among the students as they stole glances at Layla
A handsome senior nearby approached her eagerly. “Hey there, are you new here?”
Layla nodded. “Yes, I am
“Where your dormi Need help finding it!”
“No, I won’t be staying in the dorms.”
Then, shall I take you to the registration? I’m a senior, and freshmen usually register at Building One.”
“No, I’m heading to Building Two”
“Building Two
The senior seemed surprised.
Layla nodded. “Yes, I’m registering at Building Two.”
“But Building Two…”
In’t that where the postgraduate students register?
The senior scrutinized Layla
She appeared to be a typical young woman in her early twenties. Considering the rigorous competition and preparation. required for postgraduate admissions at Athena University, he couldn’t equate Layla with the older–looking female postgraduate students on campus.
spotted Building Two over there. Thanks for your help.”
With a smile, Layla politely dismissed the senior and made her way into the teaching building.
For the past few days. Harper had been staying in the school dormitory, but Logan hadn’t shown any intention of meeting
her or even calling her once Crystal Spencer and Amy Rogers noticed something was amiss.
Crystal couldn’t help but ask. “Harper, where’s your boyfriend? Why hasn’t he been in touch with you?”
“Yeah, did you guys break up because of that woman?” Amy also chimed in
Harper forced a smile. “He’s just away on a business trip. Don’t read too much into it
my, is this the woman you guys were talking about last time, the one who likes Harper’s boyfriend?”
Suddenly, another roommate placed her phone in front of them.
On the school’s confession wall was a side profile photo of Layla. Although the image was slightly blurry, Layla was unmistakably recognizable
“Ugh, why is this woman back at the school?” Crystal complained. “She’s like a clingy band–aid. I bet she’s here to cause trouble for Harper.”
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Harper’s heart raced.
Today is the freshmen orientation day. What’s Layle doing here!
Has she been accepted into Athena University’s postgraduate program?”
No way!
The eram is incredibly challenging, How could Layla, a pampered girl without any background in finance, manage to pass it!
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“It’s true. I checked it out. This woman went to Building Two for registration today. Seems like she’s a new postgraduate student in the finance department. No idea about her family background, but she’s been confessed to by several guys on the confession wall today, all asking for her contact information.
“What a vixen!”
Crystal expressed her disdain.”
Amy was also intrigued. “Is it true that she got admitted? Could it be through connections?”
“Did you hear? Our school has certain unwritten rules. Someone like her probably got in through connections,” another student chimed in
Amy also had a dismissive attitude toward Layla.
With looks like hers, she could go anywhere. Why does she choose to study finance at Athena University?
Turning to Harper, Amy suggested. I think she’s deliberately trying to provoke you by showing up here and possibly trying to steal your boyfriend.
Harper’s face dramed of color. She couldn’t fully focus on their conversation.
Laylas here, won’t it make it so much easier for my lies to be uncovered?
“Harper? Are you alright?”
Crystal waved her hand in front of Harper’s eyes.
Harper snapped back to reality. “I–I’m okay. I suddenly feel a bit unwell. I won’t go to class this afternoon.”
Alone in her dorm room, Harper’s mind raced with questions. How does Layla manage to secure admission to Athena University?
Could it possibly be that Layla didn’t rely on Logan but instead paid her way into Athena University!
The thought made Harper instinctively clutch the blanket tighter.
I’ve poured years of hard work into earning my spot at Athena University
Yet, those wealthy folks just buy their way in, effortlessly achieving what I’ve struggled for.
Why?
This is unfair!
After everyone had left the dormitory, Harper dialed Logan’s number.
Unlike before, she waited for a long time before the call was answered
Logan used to answer her calls promptly, regardless of how busy he was
“Mr. Robinson, did Mrs. Robinson truly get into postgraduate school? Harper’s voice sounded choked, clearly indicating she had been crying.
Logan hesitated for a moment before replying, “Yes.”
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Harper’s tone humed resentful as she asked, “How was she able to gain admission to postgraduate school so easily? The exam questions this year were incredibly challenging
Her resentment toward Layla was evident in her words.
Logan was well aware of Layla’s aspiration to join the postgraduate program at Athena University.
Each year, only a handful of spots were available for recommendation, and with Logan’s influence, Layla could have easily secured a place. However, he chose not to intervene, insisting that she earn her admission through her own efforts, without any assistance from him.
Despite Logan’s reluctance to help, Layla had unexpectedly gained admission to Athena University’s postgraduate program.
When Harper questioned Logan about Layla’s admission, he fell silent.
He didn’t know how to respond. After all, Layla had no prior education in finance. If someone without any financial education could just step into one of the top financial schools, there was only one explanation.
She must have used connections.
“Harper, focus on your studies. Even if you don’t secure a spot in the postgraduate program, Fensure Athena University recommends you for studying abroad. That could be a better option for you, Logan advised.
Harper’s conviction grew stronger upon hearing Logan’s words. She was increasingly convinced that Layla had used her connections to secure admission.
While studying abroad was indeed appealing, Harper was determined not to relinquish her dream of becoming a postgraduate student at Athena University.
After all, the prestige associated with being a postgraduate student there far surpassed studying abroad.
However, for a better future, she couldn’t afford to lose Logan’s support now.
With this in mind, Harper softly inquired, “Mr. Robinson, are you still upset with me?”
“Harper.
“I know I’ve acted foolishly. You’ve always been supportive, and happreciate it. I’m sorry. It won’t happen again.” Harper apologized
“It’s good that you realize Logan’s tone softened slightly. “If your foot is still bothering you, let me know. I’ll have Leo take you to the hospital”
“Okay”
After a brief exchange, Harper ended the call. A tinge of sadness flickered in her eyes.
In the past, whenever she felt unwell, Logan would personally come to check on her,
Bur
Is it because of Layla
vividly remember how Logan used to harbor dislike toward her.
“No, I can’t allow her to take Logan away from me. I just can’t
Layla made it to the classroom early. At Athena University, there were not many postgraduate students, particularly in the finance department, where only one class was held each year.
The people in this class were either affluent or exceptionally intelligent.
Layla chose to sit in the last row. Being new, she preferred not to attract too much attention. She was wary
wary that if Keena
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discovered her attendance at Athena University, she would undoubtedly create a some
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Suddenly, the tranquility of the classroom was disrupted as the door was forcefully kicked open.
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Some students sitting at the front, deeply engrossed in their undies, were visibly irritated and on the verge of expressing their annoyance. However, upon seeing the newcomer, they promptly refrained from spraking
Curiously, Layla followed the collective gaze toward the entrance.
Standing there was Ashton Baxter, clad in a casual tracksuit, emitting an aura of laziness and indifference.
Layla furrowed her brows.
Why is Akton here?
She couldn’t comprehend why Ashton was present when he had handed in a blank p
during the exam.
At the door, the director of education greeted Ashton with excessive politeness. “Mr. Baxter, please take a seat at the front.
The view is better there,”
As he spoke, the director moved to pull out a chair for him in the front row.
However, disregarding the director’s suggestion, Ashton instead dragged the chair toward Layla and occupied the seat right next to her
Although some students looked upon this with disdain, they refrained from voicing their disapproval. The Baxter family wielded significant influence in Hastin
“Your designated seat is in the front, Mr. Baxter, Layla reminded him kindly.
Ashion was notorious in Hastin for his penchant for holding grudges.
Layla had intentionally made some remarks in front of him during their previous encounter, and it was evident that he hadn’t let it slide.
“Til sit wherever i want, he replied nonchalantly.
Sering this, the director awkwardly left.
Layla glanced around at the other students. With a lineup like this, any ordinary professor would likely hesitate to intervenc in such a situation.
She couldn’t help but wonder which unfortunate professor would have to navigate the challenges posed by these privileged individuals.
Soon after, a familiar voice resounded from the doorway.
“I’m running late! D’mn it!”
Fedrick stumbled into the classroom, nearly tripping over his own feet in his haste.
The sight of him instantly dispelled Layla’s annoyance.
Adjusting his glasses, Fedrick apologized. “Sorry about that. It’s my first time teaching. I’m a bit inexperienced”
Hey, Mr. Arthur, your glasses don’t even have lensest someone shouted, and the whole class erupted in laughter.
Fedrick was well–connected within this social circle, having friends everywhere. Several students in the room had shared drinks with him and were on friendly terms.
Layla rubbed her temples, realizing that learning anything substantial at Athena University seemed unlikely.
Nonetheless, she never really expected to gain deep knowledge here anyway, her primary goal was to strengthen her positio
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within the Kennedy family’s affairs.
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“Alright, enough fooling around. I’m your substitute teacher for today. Your professor is occupied, so I’ll be covering for him. when he’s unavailable. When he’s free, he’ll take over.”
Hearing this, Layla immediately thought of Zane.
However, she reconsidered, knowing Zane’s business dealings were too covert for him to be openly teaching at a university.
“Do you want to know who he’s talking about?”
Ashton suddenly spoke beside her.
