Chapter 113
Luke tried to explain, “We’re doing this for your own good.” Why would a girl go so far from home? Alice was their only sister; she should stay with them.
Alice trembled with rage. “We’ve severed ties! You have no right!” They’d made the same decision as in her past life, dictating her college choice. In her past life, despite her scores, she’d been. forced to attend the same college as Chloe. The excuse? Sisterly support. If she disagreed, her allowance would be cut off.
She hung up and called her teacher. “Teacher, you know my family. I didn’t expect them to make this decision for me. I’m going to Harvard University. I need to change my account and password.”
“I understand. I’ll contact Harvard University. Come to school; we’ll finalize your application.” The teacher knew of the Winds‘ favoritism but was shocked by its extent. A valedictorian rejecting Harvard University? They were trying to ruin Alice!
After hanging up,
Alice got ready to leave. She glanced at Jack’s apartment door, but decided not to tell him. She could handle this herself. She couldn’t always rely on him.
She took a taxi to school. She met with the Harvard University admissions officer. Her teacher introduced her.“This is Alice. I’ve already explained her family situation, but this isn’t her
decision.”
“We understand. Based on your scores, finance, computer science, and mathematics are all options. Tell us your interests.”
Alice had already decided; she was interested in computer science and medicine
Hours passed before the meeting ended. Leaving the room, she saw the setting sun, the warm air. She was in a good mood; nobody could change her college application this time. ‘Alice, what are you doing here?” Ethan was surprised.“Are you here to gloat? Alice’s voice was icy.“Why can’t I be here? Do you own the school?”
“Alice, watch your tone!”
“I’ll mirror your tone. Her disgust was unconcealed. Especially after learning about their meddling with her college application.
Chloe, anxious, feigned distress.“Alice, are you here to testify against me? Why would you. frame me?” She assumed Alice wouldn’t help her.
Ethan frowned.“Alice, what did you tell the school? You’ll be held accountable!” Alice, in a simple white t–shirt, looked annoyed. A voice behind her said, “Mr. Windham, Alice ist here for another matter, not Chloe’s.” Her teacher intervened.
Ethan frowned. “Then why is she here? It can’t be anything good!” He hadn’t slept well after the severance agreement.
“It’s good news! Harvard University’s admissions officer came to discuss Alice’s application.” The teacher said this deliberately; she couldn’t understand why the Winds wouldn’t let Alice go to Harvard University.
Ethan’s face changed. “Didn’t I already refuse?”
This is Alice’s choice. Even her family can’t
stop her.”
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“No! I won’t allow it!” Ethan looked at Alice.“With your personality, you’ll only cause trouble in Peking. Staying here is best.”
Jealousy burned in Chloe’s heart. Why could Alice go easily?
Chloe said, feigning concern, “Alice, stay here. You have your family. Why go so far away? Why could Alice go to Harvard University?!
Alice scoffed.“Someone who can’t even pass a bachelor’s exam can only dream of Harvard
Where’s standards? my
University.
You want
Chloe’s face flushed crimson.
me
to lower
your
face?”
The admissions officer came forward and shook Ethan’s hand.“Mr. Windham, your sister is reDanielable. It would be a shame if she didn’t go to Harvard University.” Ethan’s expression was strained; he was surprised by Alice’s sudden improvement. He said. coldly, “She’s never traveled far. Peking isn’t suitable.”
Alice said coldly, “Yesterday, I signed a severance agreement. I’m no longer a Wind. You have not right to interfere with my future!”
Ethan’s pride was wounded.“Alice, you think you’re so amazing just because you’re valedictorian? After graduation, you’ll still depend on the Winds!”
The admissions officer let go of Ethan’s hand and turned to Alice. “Alice, don’t worry about employment; Harvard University has plenty of opportunities.”
“This is unbelievable. Making a valedictorian and a barely–passing student attend the same. college? Are they crazy?” The admissions officer said this pointedly for Ethan to hear. Ethan’s anger towards Alice flared.“Alice, are you happy now? What’s there to be proud of Alice smirked.“I’m the top student, so yes. But someone who cheated and still can’t university… well…”
get
into a good
Chloe’s face turned red.“I didn’t cheat! Li Hong begged me to let her
The teacher said, “Is Li Hong here?”
copy.”
A plainly dressed middle–aged couple approached.” Teacher, Li Hong admits to cheating. She’s scared and ran away. We’re here to apologize for her.”
Alice felt something was wrong. She glanced at Chloe, who looked calm, as if expecting this. Was history repeating itself with sidekick #1?
Alice said, “Teacher, Li Hong needs to be here to apologize.” What if Chloe had bribed Li Hong’s parents?
