Chapter 50

Cindy’s expression was nothing but arrogant, clutching onto Edward’s arm as the both of them sat down. Edward had a high and mighty air about him as well.

Wilbur frowned, irritation flaring in his chest.

It was clear that Cindy had brought her boyfriend along just to show off. It was a gathering, not a show- andtell.

Just then, Cindy smiled and said, Come on, guys, stop staring! Edward might be someone of status, but he’s my boyfriend. There’s no need to act so awkwardly.

The words sounded polite, but the implication was less so.

Everyone was speechless. In the end, someone got up and poured everyone a glass of wine. Those who did not drink got tea instead.

After that, Ryan Swan, the previous class monitor, raised his glass. It’s a rare occasion that all of us are free enough to get together. Let’s drink to that. The night’s still young.

Everyone raised their glasses, and so did Wilbur, Nancy and a few female classmates only drank tea.

After the first drink, everyone picked up their cutlery and began chatting among themselves.

on Wilbur. She seemed

while! Where did you

“I went to work abroad

you must be some bigshot at a top

unemployed right now.”

do! Why don’t I get you sorted out, and you can come

to roll his eyes at her. Who could have guessed that Cindy was just working at Woods Corporate?

once, “Why? Are those positions not to your satisfaction? I can get Edward to help you get a

“I’m not really struggling that much yet. You don’t need to worry about me.

and she slammed her fork on the table. “I was just trying to help you because we were once

implying anything.” Wilbur

trying to force him into doing something he doesn’t want to. Some people just don’t know how to appreciate

of displeasure from everyone, but none said anything due

Status.

quickly put some food on Wilbur’s

at Nancy gratefully, knowing that she was

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