Chapter 131 It Does Not Matter To You
In the library, Eileen handed Elm a math paper she had prepared herself, instructing him to complete it without looking at his textbook. The questions were all very basic, covering only half a page.
Knowing that it would take around half an hour to complete, Eileen proceeded to practice writing Uprian and do Uprian comprehension exercises.
Eileen refrained from checking on him because she didn’t want to pressure him.
After half an hour had pa*sed, regardless of whether he had finished or not, his work was collected.
Eileen looked at the paper and noticed that he was unable to recall even the most basic mathematical formulas.
In the end, he only scored twenty points.
It was marked in the upper right corner of the paper.
She
gave him twenty points due to their relationship. Additionally, he wrote a glossary and his work was neat.
Eileen sighed repeatedly, growing more confused. “No…. Elm, what have you been doing these past two years?”
Elm tossed his pen aside, kicked back with one leg over the other, and fell back into his chair. He tilted his head and said with a grin, “I’ve been having fun!”
Eileen then said, “But you can’t be this careless. You should at least pay some attention during cla*s! Haven’t you noticed? The problems I’ve given you are exactly the same as the ones in the first lesson of the math book. Don’t tell me you haven’t even fl*pped through the book.”
“We’ve been cla*smates for two years, haven’t we? Don’t you know me?”
Eileen reached out, intending to poke his forehead. Meeting his gaze, she said nothing more, her eyes filled with a certain unspoken emotion.
Elm softened his expression, extending his left index finger to touch hers. “There’s still half a year left. It’s enough time. You teach, and I’ll do my best to remember.”
For her, those two years, aside from the unpleasant events, the remaining happy moments. seemed to have blurred into a haze of forgotten memories.
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ung her head low, concealing the emotions in her eyes. Now is not the time to dwell on the By the time the actual exam day arrives, it’s likely there won’t be much communication between us
Eileen then uttered flatly, “Who do you think you are? It’s not that easy. If you can’t even do this I don’t expect you to get into Hulbury University. It would be quite an achievement if You could get into any second-tier university.”
She didn’t even have time to attend her extracurricular cla*s because she was busy tutoring him.
Eileen knew that if Will were to find out about it, he would surely reprimand her. I’m not sure if he’ll come home for the New Year this year. It’s been quite a while since he last celebrated it at home. We only bring Grandma home for a visit on the second and third days of the New Year. If the house hasn’t been renovated yet by then, there might still be a chance to avoid trouble.
“You really don’t believe me?” Elm asked.
“What do you think?” Eileen retorted. I’d believe in ghosts before I’d believe him.
Eileen picked up a crystal blue pen again. “I’ll do it while you listen. I’ll explain it to you now, and
you need to remember everything when you go home. Also, don’t leave your workbook empty anymore. Remember to do your homework on time and send me a photo to ch*ck after you finish.”
Elm had always disliked troublesome matters, and the thought of having to report daily made him click his tongue in annoyance, feeling as if he had a toothache.
In response, Eileen said, “Elm, are you listening to me? I’m doing this because it’s my responsibility!”
“Responsibility? What responsibility, Eileen?” A cold and piercing voice echoed in the library. The tone was calm, yet every word seemed to pronounce her death sentence.
The sudden arrival of Eric, followed by Yvette, caught Eileen off guard. She stood up, her presence dwarfed by the man before her.
Eileen knew him best. The calm expression on Eric’s face at that time was a sign that he was getting angry.
The faint chill in the air was emanating from him.
Yvette looked at Elm with disdain. “You said you were tutoring him, but what kind of tutoring is this? It looks more like you’re dating. Eileen, don’t tell me you’ve actually fallen for this guy. Why don’t you ever listen to what I say?” She was so angry she almost stomped her foot.
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After that, Yvette’s gaze fell on the test paper on the table and sneered, “Twenty points? You’re unerly incompetent! Whether it’s in the Smith family or at school, Elm, you are destined to he Stepped on by Jasper for the rest of your life, serving as a stepping stone, without a shred of success.
Elm slid his hands into his pockets, toying with the lighter inside, and said with a smile, “At the very least, I won’t rush to fawn over others, or pay them for the privilege.”
“How audacious!” Yvette suddenly appeared before him and swung her arm.
A crisp sound echoed.
Slap!
The slapping sound echoed through the library.
There were still people in the library at that time. Hearing the sound, they all turned to look.
“What do you think you are? How dare you speak to me like that? You’re nothing but a burlesque performer’s illegitimate child.” Yvette’s eyes were fierce, and she exuded an air of superiority.
“He’s simply being himself!” Without much hesitation, Eileen furrowed her brows and pulled Elm behind her. This is a library. You’re not only disturbing me but also others. Leave the library immediately!”
“Do you like him that much? Why are you protecting him? Elm, what kind of spell did you cast on her?” Yvette asked.
“I will protect him!” Eileen’s hand was still clutching Elm’s sleeve, her nervous hand trembling slightly. That was the first time she had bravely stepped forward to defend
someone.
Yvette said, “Do you realize that your actions have not only offended me but also the entire Smith family? If it weren’t for Eric, the Swan family would have collapsed long ago. In other words, you wouldn’t be who you are now! I really don’t understand you. What on earth are you thinking?”
Eileen responded calmly, “When I was on the verge of death, he was the one who saved me. Isn’t that a valid reason?”
Yvette was clearly shocked.
Eileen remained composed amidst the chaos, bravely recounting those terrifying memories, sharing them with everyone present. “It was pouring rain at that time, with a dozen people by the sea, but only he risked his life to save me. The others knew that going in meant they might never come back. Yvette! You dislike Elm, and that’s your prerogative. But why must
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our drag me along and force me to follow your lead? You have no right to control someone’s thoughts, even if you are wealthy and powerful! And what about you, Eric?” Eileen smiled at Fric. You know best why I wanted to escape from this family in the first place. I know you were there. Didn’t you also stand by and do nothing? My life meant nothing to you! Until the very last moment. I hoped you would come and save me. What were you doing then, Eric? You just stood there and watched as I almost got a*saulted. Were you hoping to witness my death? Am I disappointing you by being alive? My own brother couldn’t care less about me, yet a stranger risked his life to save me. Why shouldn’t I protect him?”
From start to finish, Eric remained silent because he couldn’t speak. He had no right to defend himself because she was speaking nothing but the truth.
She wasn’t falsely accusing him, that was clear.
