Chapter 197

Chapter 197 Are They Sharing A Bed?

Eileen was pulled by him to the door just as the teacher arrived for Uprian class. “Elm, isn’t i time to

come into the classroom for Uprian class?”

“Mind your own business.” Elm was also surprised by his own anger.

The Uprian teacher wanted to express her displeasure but didn’t dare to do so. Holding at book, she

walked straight into the classroom.

Elm was notorious for his fiery temper, but compared to the past, it had significantly improved.

Eileen had nothing much to say. “Whatever it is, let’s talk after this. I need to go attend class

now.”

Elin held her tightly, making it impossible for Eileen to leave. With a swift move, he flung Eileen against

the wall, his other hand pressing against it. Lowering his gaze to meet hers, asked, “What did you

mean by what you said to that fool?”

Eileen slightly furrowed her beautiful brows. “She has a name, Elm. Please respect her.”

Elm chuckled and nodded. “Fine, Natalie!” A hint of impatience was already showing in 1

eyes.

“Why should you be the one to tutor her?”

Eileen didn’t want to waste too much time with him. The teacher had already entered the classroom,

while their current status and posture could easily lead to misunderstandings.

She pushed him away, her expression cool and detached as she said, “She is my… friend.”

In the midst of their conversation, an image unconsciously surfaced in her mind. Natalie was smiling at

her, following behind her, and calling her name.

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want to be in a relationship, I have no objections. From now on, I’ll take Natalie to the library every day

for tutoring. Whether you choose to come or not is entirely up to you. Your current academic

performance is already sufficient. Even if you do come with Calliope, I won’t object, but I can only tutor

you. I’m under no obligation to help her. If there’s something she doesn’t understand, it would be best if

you teach her yourself. At the same time… I hope that we won’t waste each other’s time. I’ve only

agreed to tutor you, to help you. get into a good university. As for the rest… you’ll have to take care of it

yourself.”

Elm looked at her serious demeanor, trying to discern something from the depths of her eyes. However,

he saw nothing. It was as if a dimly lit oil lamp previously was suddenly

extinguished by a gust of wind.

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As for his drunken confession to her that night, Eileen didn’t know whether it was a prank or his

genuine feelings.

Regardless of what they were, it was impossible for them to be together.

That was why she didn’t want to give him any false hope.

Nevertheless, she didn’t want to give him the cold shoulder either, as they could both still be friends.

What was certain was that they would never become lovers.

Elm’s promiscuity simply reminded her of a second Eric, and she had always been a person who

perpetually lacked a sense of security.

With that. Eileen returned to the classroom and began her lesson.

After the morning classes, the news spread throughout Class Two that on the contact book that Eileen

gave to Natalie. Jasper’s name was written on it. Right beside it, he left a line of poetry: “Patience for

the clouds to clear will be rewarded with blooming flowers. Yours, Jasper.”

It was Jasper’s encouragement to her. The beautifully written poem encouraged her to persevere, as

better days would eventually come.

Counting down the days, she realized Jasper would not be back for another three days.

Just before the end of school, Eileen was packing up her things when Vera brought over a bottle of milk

and placed it in front of her abruptly. “Congratulations! We can go to the Olympiad Math Class together

again”

Eileen said a word of thanks, then accepted the milk.

Vera glanced at her ringing phone and said, “Eric is coming to pick me up, so I’ll be heading back first.”

“Alright.”

“Goodbye.” Vera waved at her.

After seeing her leave, Eileen finished packing her bag. She wanted to sit for a while before leaving, as

she didn’t want to see him.

These days, she had been avoiding him whenever she could.

After waiting for fifteen minutes, Eileen finally left and got into the Smith family’s private

car. When she turned on her phone, several messages from Jasper popped up.

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Eileen was about to reply when her phone suddenly rang. Filled with anxiety, she answered it, “Father.”

It was a call from Will.

“I heard from Eric that you also received an invitation to the Friedman family’s cocktail party?”

Will spoke with his usual calmness. Yet the few short words triggered a sense of pressure in

Eileen.

“Yes. As Mr. Smith hasn’t returned yet, he probably won’t make it to the banquet. You should come

home and get yourself prepared today. I’ll take you with me tomorrow. It will be good opportunity for

you to meet a few business associates.”

“But…” Eileen uttered meekly. It was unclear if he heard her, but Eileen quickly changed her tact.

“Understood, Father. I got it.”

Talking more won’t help. No matter the situation or the reason, she couldn’t refuse.

Eileen instructed the driver to change course and head for Undella Mansion instead.

After arriving home, Eileen instructed the driver to leave first.

The Friedman family’s network might not be as extensive as Elm’s, but at the very leas those who were

going this time are all people of repute.

Will brought her along simply because he wanted to announce her relationship with Jas, to the entire

capital circle, thereby achieving his goal.

Before this, Jasper had thought about taking her to various banquets, but she had rejected all of his

invitations.

Anything that she didn’t want to do, Jasper would never force her to.

However, Will couldn’t resist. Having grown up under such pressure since childhood, all Eileen could

do was comply.

Returning to the Swan residence, Eileen looked up to see a table full of people already seated, as if

they were waiting for her.

Eric, Vera, and Elsie were all present. Will looked over and said, “Go wash your hands, then

come eat.”

“Alright, Father” She then gave her backpack to Mary.

Elsie stood

up

and served Eileen a bowl of chicken stew. “How have you been at the Smith

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residence? It’s been a while, Eileen. You’ve become even more

Eileen sat down next to Elsie, curved her lips into a smile, and said, “Thank you.”

Suddenly, Will inquired, “Did he mention when he would return?”

Eileen responded, “He has gone to Seatown for a week. He won’t be back until at least the day

after tomorrow.”

“Are you two involved romantically?”

Eileen choked on the chicken stew she had just swallowed. Simultaneously, she could sense numerous

eyes fixed on her. Among them, one gaze was particularly icy, sending shivers down her spine. Without

looking, she knew exactly where that gaze originated from.

Elsie patted Eileen’s back to comfort her. “Come on, what are you insinuating? Eileen is still young. Mr.

Smith is a respectable man. I doubt they have done anything inappropriate.”

Eileen wished she could disappear into thin air.

Why would Father ask such a question during a meal?

In the past, he despised her speaking at the dinner table the most.

Nevertheless, Eileen wasn’t naive and did her best to remain composed, replying. “Occasionally.”