Chapter 456
Meet My Brothers
Mia was determined to settle the score with that troublesome Timothy at a later time!
With Claude finally driving away, Mia let out a sigh of relief.
Glancing toward the nearby restaurant, she couldnât help but think about Timothyâs strange behavior
just
moments ago, which left her puzzled.
What exactly did Timothy want to say earlier?
After a moment of contemplation, Mia felt her mind swirling with thoughts. Nonetheless, she eventually
managed to gather herself, determined not to let Timothyâs words shake her.
Upon returning home, Mia went straight to bed.
Lately, she had been experiencing growing fatigue, especially as her bump started growing day by day.
She could already feel discomfort when bending or squatting down.
Gently touching her abdomen, Mia realized she needed to start making arrangements to depart as
soon
as possible.
The following day, Mia headed to campus for her scheduled classes.
After her lectures, Riley approached Mia. âMia, Mr. Shaw asked to see you in his office. He said he has
something to discuss with you.â
Mia couldnât shake off the embarrassment from the previous nightâs unfinished dinner. She wondered
why Kennedy wanted to see her.
Perhaps he wanted to caution her against spreading news of her divorce.
It dawned on Mia that Kennedyâs kindness toward her might be due to knowing about her relationship
with Timothy.
Confused, Mia entered Kennedyâs office. As she pushed the door open, Mia was greeted by Kennedyâs
enthusiastic voice, âMia, youâre here! Please, take a seat.
âIâve asked you to come because I have some exciting news. Following your plano performance
yesterday, the professors at our Music School were deeply impressed.
âTheyâre suggesting that you consider adding another major. What do you think?â
âAre you proposing that I should add piano as another major?â
âYes, thatâs correct. You wonât need to worry about the logistics. The professors will handle everything
for you.
âAfter all, the university is dedicated to nurturing talented students like yourself. How do you feel about
this opportunity?â
Mia was surprised by the news. While she was genuinely interested in plano, she didnât think her talent
was substantial enough to merit such special treatment from the college.
The whole situation felt a bit strange to her.
For some reason, Miaâs thoughts drifted to Timothy.
After a moment of consideration, she replied, âMr. Shaw, I appreciate the offer, but Iâm close to finishing
the credits for my current major, and I donât plan to add another one at the moment.â
âMia, are you sure you donât want to reconsider?â
âIâve made up my mind.â
After Mia declined, Kennedy didnât press the matter further. Mia stood up and walked out of the office.
However, as soon as she was out of sight, Kennedy promptly dialed Heathâs number.
âHey, I just wanted to let you know that I suggested to Mia that she consider pursuing a music major,
but she declined because she wasnât interested. Could you please pass this on to Mr. Barrett?â
Upon hearing this, Heathâs expression darkened.
Timothyâs early arrival at the office, coupled with his sour demeanor and harsh reprimands during the
meeting, had already dampened the spirits of the entire senior management team.
Certainly, Miaâs refusal to enroll in the Music School would only amplify Timothyâs already fiery mood.
Heath glanced at his phone, then took a deep breath before knocking on Timothyâs office door. âMr.
Barrett, can I talk to you for a moment? Thereâs something I need to report,â he said cautiously.
Without lifting his gaze, Timothy responded in a subdued tone, âIt better be important.â
âItâs about Mr. Shawâs call just now. Maybe I should fill you in on it later.â
âWait.â Timothy suddenly raised his head, meeting Heathâs gaze. âWhat did Mr. Shaw say?â
âWell, he said Ms. Bowen decided not to pick up another major because sheâs just not interested,â
Heath explained.
Upon hearing this, Timothy stopped spinning his pen. He unconsciously pressed his lips together, a
hint of displeasure crossing his face. He hadnât anticipated Miaâs refusal.
After all, Mia seerned quite engaged during her performance on stage yesterday!
âWhy do you think she refused?â Timothy asked, sounding puzzled.
Suddenly, the office door swung open as a woman briskly walked in.