SWNOVELS Chapter 263
Chapter 263
Alex was on the staff at Avalon University, something Walter was well aware of, so Evangeline braced herself for his blowup.
Against all odds, Walter did not even bat an eyelash. "Sure, let's go together. I'll give you a lift."
"No need, I wouldn't want to hold you up from work. How awkward would that be?" Evangeline declined with a mocking smile.
Little did he know, she was kicking herself on the inside.
Evangeline could not believe she had gotten herself into this mess, allowing Walter to weave himself into her day.
If Walter drove her to school and ran into Alex, would that not spark another epic showdown?
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However, Walter did not seem to think it was a big deal and casually remarked, "No trouble at all, it's on my way!
Evangeline racked her brain'but could not make sense of it. The music campus of Avalon University and the Gordon Group's headquarters were in completely different directions. How on earth could Walter have the nerve to claimi I was on his way? However, after they grabbed breakfast together and reached Avalon University, Evangeline's confusion cleared in an instant. The university's chancellor, dressed to the nines, stood tall and proud at the entrance as if he was expecting someone special. Before Walter could even step out of the car, the chancellor was already striding over to them.
Walter got out with ease, and in a swift turn, found the chancellor's hand outstretched before him.
"Mr. Walter Gordon, a warm welcome to Avalon University!"
A group of people stood behind the benevolent-looking chancellor, and at his signal, they burst into a welcoming cheer so spectacular that it defied description.
Evangeline was rooted to the spot, utterly dumbfounded.
At that moment, she finally connected the dots.
Walter had not been making up a reluctant excuse to drive her. He really was headed this way!
At the school gates, a lively celebration was underway for Avalon University's academic lecture and exchange event.
So, Walter was the VIP the school had rolled out the red carpet for to swap stories?
Evangeline's own hunch made her jump.
Then she caught Walter's chit-chat with the principal.
"I'm super thankful for the invite to speak. Avalon University is where I got my start, and giving a speech here is the least I can do."
The chancellor was so touched that he looked like he was about to cry.
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"Mr. Walter Gordon, you're a true gem, you know that? Making it big and still remembering where your came from, it gets me right here..." He spoke with a sincerity that was almost humbling. Evangeline's lips quirked.
Was this not the same chancellor of Avalon University who was rumored to be a total tyrant, never giving anyone the time of day? If she had not double-checked his ID, she would have thought she had the wrong guy. Right then, Evangeline was even more convinced of the old saying: money talks.
Was the principal laying it on thick for Walter just over a simple talk?
The school was buzzing, and the classroom where Walter was set to speak was jam-packed. Evangeline tried to get a glimpse of Walter in action, but the crowd was like a wall of bricks. She had no luck getting through, so she bailed. While she was hanging by the door, trying to hit up Alex, a familiar face zipped past.
Like magic, the jammed classroom parted like the Red Sea for this lady. Evangeline, trailing behind, an eyeful.
She knew her in a heartbeat.
That was Minnie, the star pupil Alex had brought back from overseas.
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In the bustling crowd, Minnie made her way to Walter, one deliberate step at a time, and took a seat right next to him. Her lips, perfect and alluring, lifted into a captivating smile. "Mr. Walter Gordon, it's been ages..."