Chapter 37
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Chapter 37
Very few people actually knew what they did, so most assumed Edwin was just an ordinary university professor.
Among the students who had stayed in Northhaven, there were only six others besides Autumn and Ethan.
Including the mysterious senior, that made nine in total.
As the others engaged in an in–depth discussion, Autumn lowered her head, staying silent, unsure if she should chime in.
Edwin’s gaze suddenly settled on her, calm but firm.
“Autumn, why don’t you answer this one p>
Just like in school, Autumn stood up and confidently answered the question her seniors had been debating.
As soon as she finished, the room broke into applause.
“Autumn is amazing. Three years out of the field, and she still gave such a spot–on answer p>
“Exactly. No wonder every time we gather, Mr. Shaw shakes his head and says what a pity it was when you stepped away p>
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“Seriously, he always says you were the most gifted one after that legendary senior of ours p>
Embarrassed by the praise, Autumn lowered her head slightly. “You’re all being too kind p>
Edwin let out a light snort. “At least you still retained something. Good to see you haven’t completely thrown your training away p>
The other students fired off more questions, and Autumn answered each one smoothly.
Before long, she was fully immersed in the discussion.
Just then, Edwin’s phone rang, and the lively chatter in the room came to a halt.
He answered the call.
No one could hear what was being said on the other end, but Edwin nodded in understanding.
“If you’re tied up with work, don’t worry about coming. We’re just having a casual discussion, nothing too special p>
He ended the call just as a server walked in, carrying a large birthday cake,
After placing the cake on the table, the server smiled and said, “Mr. Shaw, happy birthday. This was arranged by our boss. He hopes you enjoy the evening p>
“Please thank him for me,” Edwin replied with a smile and a nod.
Autumn was a little surprised.
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She had heard the Lyric Lounge was owned by the Sinclair Group.
Could it be that their mysterious senior was actually Keith?
Her mind flashed back to five years ago, when Keith had helped her with coursework.
No matter how tricky the question was, he always had a clear and thorough explanation.
She remembered wondering even then if they had studied the same field.
But he had modestly replied that he just knew a little bit here and there.
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Back then, she thought that if that was his idea of “a little,” then if he ever truly mastered it, he’d be unstoppable.
It wasn’t until Ethan handed her a slice of cake that Autumn’s drifting thoughts finally returned to the present.
She took it with a quiet “thanks” and began eating in small bites, head lowered.
By lunchtime, the mysterious senior still hadn’t shown up.
He was busy enough to miss a meal–just how swamped was he?
Edwin made a call.
The person on the other end didn’t pick up right away.
When he finally did, a voice said, “Mr. Shaw, I’m wrapping up now. I’ll head over soon p>
After hanging up, Edwin turned to the group. “Your senior won’t be here just yet. Let’s wait a little longer p>
Autumn suddenly stood up and said, “I’m going to use the restroom p>
She stepped out of the private room and asked a server for directions before heading toward the washroom.
After finishing up, she stepped back into the hallway, only to spot Luna emerging from their private room in the distance, looking visibly upset.
Luna quickly noticed her too.
She walked straight over and said, “Sis, don’t tell me you’re working here part–time p>