Chapter 148 A Shattered Arm
He had also arrived.
As expected, her words were able to capture his interest.
Elm dropped his backpack, which almost slid off the table. Eileen caught it in time and placed it on the chair beside her
“Since we’re here, let’s get started”
Elm straddled the chair and sat down, casually swinging his leg over the other. “Should we study first, or chat?”
“What do you think?” Eileen smiled, knowing that if she didn’t tell him, he probably wouldn’t be interested in listening.
The library was empty. Eileen took out a photo album from her bag and slid it across the table to him. “Apart from me, you’re the first person to see this album.,” she said.
Elm fl*pped through the pages one by one. Each page was filled with landscapes drawn in pencil lines, with every location clearly marked.
“Not bad, right?”
“Not too bad.”
“Besides that, what do you think is missing?”
“What exactly are you trying to say?”
“All these places truly exist, and they are all places I want to visit. This is why I want to get into Hulbury University. I didn’t color in any of the pictures because I want to see these places with my own eyes one day and slowly fill in the colors myself. I want to go take a look. Elm, in this world, there are still many things I have yet to see. For me, emotional companionship is not a necessity. Even when I’m alone, I don’t feel lonely. On the contrary, I enjoy the freedom that comes with having no friends around. Whether it’s friendship, family ties, or love, I don’t care. Do you understand what I’m saying, Elm? I’m thinking about places. far beyond, not just what’s in front of us right now! Regarding what you said about the Smith family, it’s truly a place beyond the reach of ordinary people, including your brother. He is a privileged person! He is truly wonderful. But for me, there are things far better than these, and I am gradually moving towards my future. Elm, in truth, you and I are the same, wanting to break free from everything… We shouldn’t be like this…” Eileen answered. Everyone should live for themselves instead of becoming a walking corpse.
Afterward, Eileen pushed the math workbook towards him and said, “The simplest and most
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So now you re meddling in my affairs?” Elm chuckled lightly, but a lingering sadness was unmistakable in his eyes.
Ive already told you everything you wanted to know. Now it’s your turn to fulfill your
promise
Without hesitation. Elm pulled out the cigarettes from his pocket. “You sure know how to meddle in my business!”
Those two brothers were really alike. They both enjoyed the same brand of cigarettes, and even their tattoos were almost identical.
They finished the tutoring session at half-past eight.
Eileen closed her book. “It’s getting late. For now, you can stay in that room. I’ve rented it for a year, and I rarely go there.”
“Okay.”
Stepping out of the library, the rain outside continued to fall relentlessly.
In the chilly winter, the rain always felt icy and bone-piercing.
Elm was holding an umbrella, sheltering her from above.
Under the streetlight, two figures, one following the other.
From the darkness not far away, another slender figure emerged, holding a black umbrella Standing tall and slim, he approached, dressed in a grey suit.
The two of them stopped walking. Upon seeing the approaching person, Eileen was slightly
taken aback.
She said to Elm, “I-I’ll be going first.”
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“Go ahead”
Eileen moved to take shelter under Jasper’s umbrella.
The figures of the two people gradually faded into the distance.
“Why didn’t you call me? Does your leg still hurt when it rains?”
“It doesn’t hurt.”
“I made it clear from the start that I would be tutoring Elm. I can’t go back on my word now.”
“Sure. I understand.”
“Aren’t you angry?”
Jasper said in a calm and indifferent tone, “I’ve told you before. I respect your decision. This is between him and me. It has nothing to do with you.”
As a mediator, Eileen wouldn’t take sides with anyone.
She certainly wouldn’t fall for either of them.
At the end of the day, she belonged only to herself.
“Thank you!”
Jasper lowered his head and looked at her. “What are you thanking me for?”
Eileen met his gaze. “You know what I meant.”
Jasper gave a slight smile. “Let’s go back!”
“All right.”
Stepping into the car, the air conditioning was on, instantly dispelling the chill from her b*dy.
“I’ll ask Richard to prepare some late-night snacks. What would you like to eat?”
“Let’s eat the dumplings that Sharon made! If they’re frozen for too long, the taste will change.”
“Sure! What else?”
“That’s enough. Eating too much at night will make me gain weight.” Eileen said.
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With a gentle sale in his eyes. Jasper nodded sally. However, the warmth of his smile didn’t quire reach his eyes “I liven to you.” he said.
In the blink of an eye. Eileen had unknowingly been living in the Smith residence for almost half a month.
Everything was calm, and nothing happened.
Only one thing kept her restless for a long time, and that was Lilian
Eileen found something, but she only found a shattered arm. The identity was confirmed only after genetic testing. As expected, she’s dead! Flow did she just die like that?
Other than Eric, Eileen couldn’t think of anyone else.
After all, he had always been ruthless.
“Eileen?”
Eileen, who was engrossed in the news, was startled by a sound, causing her phone to drop to the ground.
Vera stooped down to retrieve the phone and handed it back to Eileen. “What has captured your attention?” she inquired. “The holiday is almost here. Are you planning to attend the winter camp? The teacher is already requesting the list.”
“I… I need some time to think,” Eileen responded. She hadn’t made a decision yet. “I’m going to the restroom.”
As Eileen stepped out of the door, she unexpectedly collided with someone.
“Ouch!” he exclaimed in pain, clutching his forehead.
“After all this time, can’t you learn to watch where you’re going?” she scolded.
This voice! Eileen’s heart raced. “I’m sorry, Eric. I need to use the restroom. Is the conference over?”
The previous parent-teacher conference had been rescheduled to the last day of the holiday.
Eric had his usual expression. She couldn’t tell if it was a facade or if he genuinely didn’t care about her presence in the Smith residence.
For several days, Eric had taken no action regarding her departure from the Swan residence.
“The home renovation is complete. We can move back before the New Year. When do you plan on returning, Eileen? It’s not good to live with strangers for too long.” Eric whispered
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solily into her ear, each word deliberate. I might become angry! A hint of danger flickered in his eyes
Eileen’s heart tightened. Just as she was unsure how to respond, Vera approached and said, Eric. I’m sorry! I can’t go with you guys. I still have Olympiad Math Cla*s, and I need to catch up on a week’s worth of tutoring”
“After cla*s. I’ll have Gavin come pick you up. Eric offered.
“Understood.”
Taking advantage of the situation, Eileen sl*pped away to the restroom.
When she finally returned to the cla*sroom, Eric was still there.
It seemed like he was waiting for her.
“You have ten minutes to pack your things,” Eric stated.
“I-1 can go back on my own,” Eileen replied.
“Sharon is sick. Shouldn’t we go visit her?”
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