Chapter 51
Alice’s eyes were dark and intense, as if she could devour someone.
Chloe took a step back. “Alice, why are you looking at me like that? I didn’t drop your supplies.
Noah approached. ‘Alice, what’s wrong?
Alice suppressed her anger with great effort. “The supplies are defective.”
“Impossible!” Noah looked at the supplies and his face paled. ‘Go inside. I’ll buy you new ones.”
Alice regretted staying at the mansion. She’d been careless. She planned to call Jack, not trusting Noah’s promises.
Chloe said, “Noah, give Alice mine. I’ll wait for you to get new supplies.”
“No, I’ll get them.” Noah turned to Alice.“Alice, trust me. Go inside. You’ll be late.”
Alice glanced at Noah before heading to the exam hall. The rain and traffic could make her late. She had a bad feeling about this.
Chloe, under her umbrella, said sweetly, “I hope Noah gets back before the exam starts.”
Alice, holding her black umbrella, stared ahead, ignoring her. Chloe, frustrated, stomped off. She’d wanted Alice to discover the problem during the exam. Alice’s luck was unbelievable.
The rain intensified. Alice called Jack.
He answered immediately.“What’s wrong? Shouldn’t you be in the classroom?”
“My supplies are broken. Noah’s getting new ones, but he’s not back yet.”
Jack sat up straight.“Wait in the classroom.”
Alice continued watching until the teacher reminded her to go inside. She trusted Jack.
Alice sat down, the bell ringing just as the principal rushed in, holding supplies for the exam proctor to check and then gave them to Alice. Alice was surprised. Why was he here? She didn’t have time to dwell on it.
Time ticked away. After the first exam, Alice felt relieved. Leaving the exam hall, she looked up at the sky, feeling
optimistic.
At the school gate, Noah rushed over.“Alice, how are you? The rain caused traffic, and the driver took a wrong turn. I found supplies, but I’m late.” He was drenched, his face filled with guilt.
Alice’s expression was cold. She should have expected this. She was used to her brothers‘ disappointments. Indifference meant no pain.
Noah looked at her anxiously.“Alice, say something! Yell at me!”
Alice stepped back, creating distance. Noah’s heart sank.
Chloe ran up.“Noah, you’re late! This will affect Alice’s exam!” Seeing Alice’s impassive face, she felt a surge of triumph.
Noah looked at Alice, full of guilt. “I’m sorry. If this affects you, I’ll help you retake the exam!”
Alice sneered.“Noah, let it go.”
Noah was stunned. What did she mean? He’d rather she yelled at him than be indifferent, treating him like a stranger!
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Alice turned to see Jack standing there, holding a black umbrella, waiting quietly. She ran over. “Did you ask the principal to get me supplies”
Jack, seeing her smile, knew the incident hadn’t affected her. He suppressed his annoyance.“Yes.”
“Thank you! You saved me!” Alice rubbed her stomach. I’m hungry. Let’s eat. I have another exam this afternoon.”
As Alice got into the car, Noah’s frantic voice echoed, Alice, where are you going? I need to talk!”
He reached for the car door, his heart racing. Alice’s expression was flat. “Unnecessary.”
“Alice, I didn’t mean to be late.”
Alice’s gaze was unwavering ‘I know. Can you let go now?”
But Noah didn’t. He was afraid to. He had a bad feeling that if he let go, Alice would never come back.
Garrett couldn’t stand it anymore. He grabbed Noah’s collar.“Dude, this is ridiculous!”
‘I’m her brother! What’s so funny?” Noah was losing control.
Garrett scoffed. “I’ve never seen such a useless brother! You guys prepared her supplies, and they mysteriously broke. You made her wait, and you were late. Are you guys that malicious?” Garrett had witnessed Alice’s struggles and couldn’t take it anymore. This was insane! It was obvious the supplies hadn’t broken accidentally!
Noah was stunned.“I didn’t know.”
“Then find out! Why are you harassing Alice, forcing her to forgive you? I’m worried that next time, her food will be tampered with, and she’ll get diarrhea and miss the exam!” Garrett didn’t hold back.
Noah was shoved aside, stumbling as Alice drove away. He felt a wave of panic–his first in thirty years.
Chloe, feigning concern, approached.“Noah, Alice is right to be angry. You were late. But the exam is important. Let her come home.” If Alice left, her plans would be ruined.
Noah was breaking down. His voice was hoarse.“Where’s the butler? He prepared the supplies!” He wanted to know why Alice’s supplies were damaged.
Chloe was tense.“Noah, why are you suspecting the butler? He prepared my supplies, and they were fine.”
Noah, his face stern, strode away. Chloe frantically texted the butler:[Noah is investigating. Be careful.]
Even though Alice left, it might affect her performance. Good. Alice seemed done with Noah.
In the car, Alice looked at the lessening rain. It was quiet. Jack looked at her, his tone calm.“Don’t let this affect you. Don’t go back for the next few days.”
Alice nodded. “That’s what I was thinking. The apartment is easier.”
The rain stopped by the afternoon exam. Alice took the exam smoothly. The math problems were difficult, but
she felt confident. Leaving the exam hall, she heard students complaining about the difficulty.
At the school gate, she saw Noah. She paused, then walked in another direction.
“Alice, I brought the butler to apologize.”
