Loraine’s expression darkened.


    Observing this, Keely became increasingly smug. She snorted,


    “Naturally, I can’tpete with you. After all, you can leverage your family resources to advance


    construction projects. Regardless of project quality, your family’s wealth makes everyone consider you


    a construction genius!”


    Maintaining a frigid demeanor, Loraine shot back, “I’m not as skilled as you. You managed to evade


    punishment even with a criminal record.


    And you’ve won over an esteemed professor. You’re quite impressive!”


    Keely stiffened, anger shing in her eyes at Loraine.


    Turning to Leopold, Loraine asked, in what seemed to be a gentle reminder, “Professor Zizka, were you


    aware of this when you epted her as your student?”


    Nheless, Leopold stepped in, “Miss Torres, I am aware of Keely’s past prison sentence. But my


    stance differs from others. I value talent. While she made a mistake, I hope we can offer her a chance


    to start anew.”


    Keely breathed a sigh of relief, her head held high in pride and satisfaction.


    Upon seeing this, Loraine’s brow furrowed. She hadn’t nned to disclose Keely’s wrongdoings


    against her. Besides, her acquaintance with Leopold was recent. Presumably, their paths wouldn’t


    cross beyond this coboration, so she felt it inappropriate to say much more.


    Hence, Loraine ceased her argument. Composing her emotions, she replied with a smile, “I


    understand. Professor Zizka, since you trust your student, I won’t dwell on it. You must be fatigued from


    your journey.


    I’ve reserved a private dining room. Please, let’s move on to rest and have a meal.”


    Leopold finally softened, nodding in agreement. They boarded the car and soon reached a private


    riverside restaurant.


    Exiting the car, Klein expressed surprise upon seeing the sign.


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    “The Bliss Restaurant? This is the finest private restaurant in Vagow.


    Loraine, your generosity is appreciated!”


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    The Bliss Restaurant sat alongside the river. It was quaint and modest but renowned for its exceptional


    cuisine.


    Loraine merely smiled in response, just about to invite Leopold inside when she heard Keely’s sarcastic


    remark.


    “Loraine, treating my professor here is quite insincere of you. You know he’s from Duknd, yet you


    chose a local restaurant without considering his pte at all!”


    Everyone halted simultaneously, and Klein looked visibly awkward.


    Keely turned towards Loraine, radiating satisfaction as she rmended, “You should probably


    reconsider the restaurant choice!”


    “I do prefer Duknd’s food,” Leopold confessed to Keely.


    Klein’s demeanor shifted to unease.