Bradley was usually unpredictable and liked to scold people, but he had always been very respectful of those who had real talent. Stella could feel that, after knowing that she had won those awards, Bradley changed his tone. He was now talking to her as equal beings, rather than a superior to a subordinate.
She could clearly sense his admiration for Roger as well.
âYes.â She was a little proud. âI hope he can keep furthering his studies. Heâs a good fit for computer science.â
Bradley turned the page again casually. âI am not sure about his ability to live on his own. If he could get the placement to study abroad, he would definitely have to take care of himself. With his learning ability, learning a foreign language would not be a problem. It will depend on which country he goes to.â
âWait!â She was confused. âWhat do you mean?â
âDonât you know yet?â He frowned and looked at the document in his hand, making sure that he was reading it right.
âThis is the application form for studying abroad, and itâs a full scholarship. Opportunities like this are usually given to those students at the top of their academic level. Didnât he tell you that?â
As soon as he said that, an anxious voice suddenly came from the doorway. âWhat are you looking at?â
Roger just came back from buying lunch. When he suddenly saw that Bradley was flipping through the application form, his expression changed, and he rushed in. âGive it back to me!â
He dropped the food on the table and snatched the papers in Bradleyâs hands, then stuffed them into his bag hurriedly. Then, he zipped it up and tossed it aside.
The whole room fell into silence.
He did not turn around, his back facing Stella.
He could feel that her eyes were staring intensely at him, making him feel very anxious. Stella could not react at first. But seeing his actions, she already had a vague premonition. Her voice was cold. âRoger, whatâs going on?â
His back stiffened, but he did not turn around.
After a while, only then did he look at her. âLetâs eat.â
Pretending as if nothing had happened, he took out the food boxes, opened them, and put them on the table one by one in front of her. She took a deep breath. âLet me ask you: What is that application form all about? What is this studying abroad about?â
Her tone was very cold. Even Bradley smelled that something was not right. His face softened a bit, and he looked at Roger. He realized that this matter might not be that simple. Roger did not say anything and still pretended to be calm. Stella took a deep breath and looked at Bradley.
âIâm sorry. I lost my composure just now.â âItâs nothing,â he replied. âIf you two have anything to say, I shall go out first. It just so happens that there are things left to be done on the set.â
He said and stood up. Holding the jacket in his hands, he wanted to leave. âI have already informed the hospital. You can stay here until you are fully recovered before you return to the set. Donât worry about the progress. I will take time to arrange it.â
After all, this was caused by the crew. Naturally, they had to take responsibility. Bradley was a responsible man. But Roger called out to him. âMr. Lane, I ordered you a meal. Why donât you finish it before leaving?â Stella echoed, âWhy donât you have it with us?â
âIt is not necessary,â Bradley said. âYou can have a proper talk with each other.â With that, he closed the door and left. Looking at his back, Roger froze.