Chapter 267


    Vincent was genuinely surprised when Mirabe epted his invitation, especially since she had coldly


    turned him down just the day before. After a brief pause, he suggested. “It’s about lunchtime. How


    about we head over now?”


    “Sure.” Mirabe nodded in agreement.


    They both gave a quick nod to Mr. Hammond and Anthony and made their exit.


    It wasn’t until the pair had gone that Mr. Hammond and Anthony snapped out of their daze. “When did


    Vincent get so chummy with Mirabe?” Anthony stroked his chin thoughtfully. “Just the other day. I


    heard some kids saying Vincent challenged her right outside her ssroom.”


    Anthony paused for a moment, and then his eyes suddenly widened as a thought struck him. “You


    don’t think they’re secretly dating, do you?”


    Campus tales of foes turning into lovers weren’t umon, after all. That would be quite the


    scandal.


    Mr. Hammond listened as Anthony’s spections grew wilder and couldn’t help but grimace, fixing his


    gaze on Anthony’s shiny dome, “Ever wonder how you–got that bald spot?”


    Anthony instinctively rubbed his bald head, feeling unfairly targeted. How did a simple chat turn into a


    curse on his receding hairline?


    “Look, Vincent’s eyes were clearly filled with admiration. You get it? Admiration!” Mr. Hammond shook


    his head in disgust and walked away.


    After walking a considerable distance, Mr. Hammond suddenly paused, feeling like he had forgotten


    something. Shrugging it off, he squinted his eyes and decided not to dwell on it. heading towards the


    main gates of Prestige College.


    The cafeteria at Prestige College was spacious, with an inviting atmosphere, a wide array of dishes,


    and vors that could rival any downtown diner.


    Mirabe had thought the canteen back at Parkside High School was top–notch, but sitting in Prestige


    College’s dining hall and sampling their fare was an eye–opener.


    Vincent’s cousin, Matthew, was a sophomore in the Physics Department, known for his academic


    prowess. He was good–looking, with delicate features and a pair of ck–framed sses perched on


    his nose, and exuded a warm and friendly vibe. He too had been following thepetition and looked


    at Mirabe with evident respect.


    After lunch, Matthew took Mirabe and Vincent on a tour around the Prestige College campus, sharing


    bits of the institution’s history along the way.


    Since the sprawling campus had several distinct areas, Matthew led them straight to his own


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    department, the Physics Research Institute.


    “By the way, Freshman Mirabe, what major do you n to pursue?” Knowing she was bound to be a


    student at Prestige College, Matthew casually addressed her as a freshman.


    After a moment’s thought, Mirabe replied, “I’m leaning towards Biology, but Physics and Chemistry


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    Vincent was taken aback by her answer. With her clear strengths in Physics and Chemistry, it was


    unexpected that she would opt for Biology.


    Matthew adjusted his sses and suggested, “Actually, the Physics Department isn’t a bad choice


    either. It’s not as monotonous as the Biology Department with its constant experiments. and data


    analysis.”


    The Physics Department students were a rare breed in Prestige College, partly because their


    professors were notoriously selective. But Matthew feltpelled to recruit such a talented prospect


    into his department, especially when she was such an attractive girl.


    Pausing briefly before Mirabe could respond, Matthew continued, “Come on, let me take you guys to


    theb and show you around.”


    Mirabe nced at her watch and nodded, following Matthew’s lead.


    Theb was on the third floor of the institute. Arriving at the elevator, Matthew shed his ID card


    hanging from his neck, and with a soft ding, the doors slid open.