Chapter 32
Alice was nestled in his arms, looking a bit dazed. Jack looked down, only able to see her smooth forehead, with damp hair falling between them, the moisture spreading and making her clothes slightly. see–through. His throat tightened. He gently released her. The clothes are new and unworn; you can make do with the shoes for a day.”
Alice noticed the clothes he had left by the entrance and blushed, “Thanks.”
Jack, seeing her unguarded expression, couldn’t help but lecture, “Don’t open the door at night.”
“Because I know it’s definitely you knocking,” she said, her gaze steady.
Jack met her eyes and quickly looked away, awkwardly adding, “Lock the door.”
Alice stood at the doorway, a slight smile on her lips as she glanced back at the unfamiliar room; she wast ready to start a new chapter in her life.
While charging her phone in bed, she discovered dozens of missed calls, almost all Noah. There was also a call from Luke, but it only rang three times before hanging up. She saw messages from Noah:“Alice, where are you? Don’t be angry, come home, I’ll make Luke apologize!”
“You should know that in New York, you can’t hide for long. If Ethan finds out, the consequences will be dire.”
“Alice, we’re family! Can’t we forgive small conflicts?”
Reading these messages, her expression turned icy. There was no way she could forgive even a little.
The next day at school, Alice took a taxi with Jack.
She turn to him, “I’ll head to class first.”
Jack watched her safely enter the school before looking away. A luxury car pulled up beside them, and Andrew leaned out, “The Welch family went crazy looking for you last night. Alice wouldn’t have escaped if she hadn’t ran into us.” The Welch family wasn’t to be underestimated. Jack pursed his lips, seemingly deep in thought.
Meanwhile, Alice headed straight to the classroom. and screams erupted.“Alice’s here! She’s the one who did the twelve–hit combo!”
“What’s her connection to King?!”
‘Idol, can we take photos together?”
Alice was taken aback by the crowd and awkwardly nodded, “Sure.”
Suddenly, a bunch of people surrounded her, asking for autographs. The classroom entrance was bustling. with excitement, packed with people.
Chloe had just arrived outside the classroom and, seeing Alice being treated like a star, felt a surge of jealousy. She had over a hundred thousand fans online, far more famous than Alice; these clueless people!
Unable to stand it, Chloe stepped out.“Alice, where were you last night? Noah was worried sick. You shouldn’t risk your safety just because you’re angry.”
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Alice knew the act was coming
A minion said, “She’s ungrateful! She thinks she’s superior after winning.”
Another added, “I bet Alice is dating the school doctor and living together. She’s just a kid, already trying to
seduce men.”
Alice raised an eyebrow.“No wonder people say you two are foul–mouthed.”
Chloe, noticing something, quickly said,“Alice, you don’t know how envious I am that your family cares so much. And yet, you’re being so willful; it’s really not right.”
“Do I know you? Stop with the act. No one cares. Isn’t it exhausting?”
“Alice, how dare you speak to Chloe like that! She worried about you all night! You were in the wrong, and others can’t say anything?” Her sixth brother, Luke, approached with a complex expression. He didn’t have to drop Chloe off at school today, but he felt compelled to come, knowing Alice would be here.
He hadn’t slept a wink last night. She had forced him into isolation; what was that about?
Alice, seeing Luke, wasn’t surprised. “Isn’t Chloe often out all night with you guys?”
Chloe’s eyes welled up.“Alice, how can you say that?”
“Alice, don’t talk nonsense, Chloe is my sister! Apologize to her!*
Alice’s tone was cold.“She started it. I learned it from her.”
Chloe’s voice was choked with tears. “I… I didn’t mean it, you misunderstood.”
Luke, who had been holding back his temper, suddenly lost control,“Alice, look at yourself! Were you with that doctor last night? It’s obvious!”
Alice who had been holding back his temper, suddenly lost control.
After Luke spoke, he immediately regretted it, but with so many people watching, he didn’t explain.
Alice found it laughable, “That has nothing to do with you.” She turned and walked toward the classroom.
“Stop! What do you mean it has nothing to do with us? Your wings are getting too strong; you you’re something special just because you won a revival match”
ou think
Alice sneered, not bothering to look back.
She sat down, completely ignoring the commotion outside.
Luke watched her distant demeanor, a fire burning in his chest. But he didn’t dare overstep, especially since he was still in isolation and shouldn’t even be at school.
Chloe seeing this, feigned innocence, “Luke, I shouldn’t have asked Alice; she’s angry. But I was worried she’d do something reckless.”
“I know. You care for her, but she doesn’t appreciate it.”
Luke was irritated.“Alice’s attitude is terrible; she doesn’t care about anyone’s feelings. It’s like she’s a different person. What does she want us to do to make her happy?”
A hint of mockery flashed in Chloe’s eyes; Alice had already started distancing herself, and he was just
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now realizing it?
This was a good thing for her. She changed the subject, “What are you planning to do about that school doctor?”
“Of course, that man has to pay the price!”
Luke headed straight to the principal’s office, this matter needed to be addressed.
After achieving her goal, Chloe returned to the classroom. As she passed Alice, she whispered. Take sene to the principal.”
Alice’s expression changed, she had indeed brought trouble to Jack. She stood up, but use then the English teacher started class, and Alice had to sit back down.
During the lesson, she was somewhat distracted. Finally, when the class ended, Alice stepped nor to call Jack, feeling a bit anxious. He answered calmly.“What’s wrong?
“Luke went to the principal. You might be in trouble, but don’t worry, I’ll explain
“Kid, don’t meddle in adult matters!” His voice was confident, almost arrogant. She almost thought the misheard him; usually, this man was quiet and aloof, very reserved. Yet, for some reason, she found herself believing him.
After hanging up, she returned to her seat, feeling reassured as she reviewed her notes. With just over a month until the college entrance exams, she was almost free.
After school, Alice packed her bag, intending to head to the infirmary. However, she spotted her second brother, Noah, at the classroom door, holding a giant stuffed bear.
Alice halted in her tracks.
Noah approached.“Alice, you performed brilliantly in the revival match. I got you a gift. Congratulations, and good luck in the finals.”
