novelxo Chapter 32
Chapter 32 The Confrontation
Meanwhile, Stephanie glanced at the vacant seat beside her in Class D and frowned,
Melanie was absent from school today.
Recalling last night when Melanie called her in tears, seeking help, and then accusing her hysterically, all these events intertwined, giving her a sense that something was amiss.
Could it be that she had discovered I was using her?
No, that was impossible. She was naive and gullible. I could easily fabricate a few excuses to deceive her and earn her trust.
Reflecting on it now, she regretted her harsh words to Melanie the previous night. Despite the Spencer Group’s financial downfall, they could still benefit her.
Furthermore, who else besides Melanie would be as easily manipulated and led on with just a few words? Such pawns were hard to come by.
Therefore, when Melanie arrived later, she planned to display a bit of vulnerability and coax her. After all, that was what she was most susceptible to.
Suddenly, a classmate called out to her.
“Stephanie, is that your older brother? Is he here for your swearing ceremony?”
“Wow, Stephanie. Your brother is quite handsome.”
“You’re something else. You claimed earlier that no one from your family would be attending, but you were just teasing us. Were you afraid your brother’s good looks would overshadow us?”
Stephanie was taken aback. Jordan was here? Wasn’t he supposed to be on a business trip out of town?
Following everyone’s gaze outside, a man in a suit, broad–shouldered, slim–waisted, tall, and dignified like a runway model, appeared on the asphalt road. Who else could it be besides Jordan?
He was heading towards Class D.
It’s my class, not Anthony and Milly’s Class A, but Class D!
Stephanie’s eyes lit up at that moment. She couldn’t resist standing up and rushing out amidst the envious stares of her classmates. “Jordan!”
Jordan was surprised to see Stephanie. He was momentarily stunned, then furrowed his brow.
Although he had been reborn for some time and had encountered Stephanie after his rebirth, the knowledge that it was because of her that they had misunderstood Milly in the previous life, causing her so much suffering, prevented him from feeling fondness towards Stephanie.
Despite understanding that it was human nature, he couldn’t bring himself to treat her the same way as before.
His expressionless, handsome face darkened instantly. His steps faltered, and he looked down at her from
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He rarely visited Crestwood High. The last time he had come was to accompany Milly for her entrance exam. Could it be that I wasn’t heading towards Class A?
Stephanie was thrilled at that moment, completely oblivious to his change in demeanour. Instead, she gazed at hum excitedly and approached him, taking hold of his arm and acting affectionately. Jordan, you’re amazing. You rushed back for me. Did you work overtime again?
“You’re truly something. If you were coming, you should have informed me beforehand. The swearing ceremony won’t commence for some time. Come with me to the classroom first.”
As she spoke, she began to lead him towards the classroom.
Jordan remained rooted to the spot. He gently pulled his arm back and said coldly, “I have other matters to attend to and can’t accompany you to your class. Fortunately, Ivan is here. Let him assist you.”
Ivan, who was trailing behind him, was confused.
He didn’t know that being a CEO’s assistant also involved assisting with swearing ceremonies.
Stephanie was even more astonished that her brother had declined her offer. Her face paled instantly. She. stomped her foot and shouted with a touch of coquetry, “Wait, Jordan!”
Ivan wiped the sweat off his forehead and hesitated, “Um… Mr. Burnett, this doesn’t seem appropriate. Crestwood High’s swearing ceremony involves parents and students embracing each other. It’s not suitable for me to participate.”
Embrace?
Jordan’s eyes, previously as cold as the moon, suddenly lit up upon hearing those words.
Then, Milly will embrace me!
I had come to the right place!
Despite his inner delight, he maintained a cold expression, “Well, if you don’t want to go, you don’t have
to.”
Upon hearing this, Ivan almost knelt down in gratitude. “Yes, Mr. Burnett.
When Stephanie heard this, she felt so wronged that tears welled up in her eyes. She couldn’t understand why Jordan, who had always been so affectionate towards her, had suddenly become so distant. Even when she casually mentioned wanting a star, he immediately bought one for her and even name it after her. Why had Jordan, who had always been so kind to her, changed so suddenly?
Seeing Jordan turning to leave, she couldn’t hold back any longer. She reached out and grabbed his sleeve tightly, pleading, Jordan, please don’t go.”
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Jordan looked at the sleeve she was holding onto. His just–recovered expression instantly darkened, and he said, “Let go of me.”
The tension in the air heightened once again.
Just then, a dignified voice broke the awkward silence from behind them, “Mr. Burnett, what a
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coincidence. Are you here for a meeting with your adopted sister?”
Adopted sister?
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Stephanie, who had been quietly crying, heard these words and clenched her teeth in frustration. This was humiliating for her.
I had worked so hard to become a part of the Burnetts, only to be referred to as an adopted sister in the end. I refused to accept it!
But when she turned around, she was met with exquisite eyes and a faint smile. Her anger instantly disappeared, and she greeted, “Hello, Mr. Tate.”
Jordan saw George raise an eyebrow slightly and asked, “Mr. Tate, what a coincidence indeed. I assume you are here for a meeting with your brother?”
George was dressed casually in a black windbreaker over a shirt and suit pants, giving off a youthful vibe.
“No, he doesn’t deserve it. I’m here for a meeting with my fiancée.
He stood facing Jordan, emanating a noble and powerful aura like a king. However, Jordan showed no signs of backing down. He met his gaze with equal strength and responded with a hint of mockery in his tone. “Oh? I wasn’t aware you have engaged.”
George smiled and looked at him, saying, “That’s not correct. I informed Mr. Burnett at the previous banquet, so you should have known.”
Jordan’s gaze turned cold, as if he was ready to strike at any moment. “George, you can provoke anyone, but you must never provoke Milly.”
George didn’t take his threat seriously. He replied calmly, “Is that so?”
Huh! Who was he trying to fool with this show of sibling affection?
He had investigated the Burnetts and discovered that Milly didn’t live well after she returned to the Burnetts. She was ostracised everywhere, unloved by her brother or mother. Even the detectives remarked that the Burnetts were peculiar, not showing love to their biological daughter but doting on an adopted daughter.
Since the Burnetts didn’t care for her, let the Tates take care of her. What he could provide was far superior to what the Burnetts could offer.
Two equally tall and handsome men, both exuding a powerful aura, refused to back down, creating a suffocating atmosphere. In that moment of confrontation, the air around them seemed to freeze.