Chapter 32 The Confrontation


    Meanwhile, Stephanie nced at the vacant seat beside her in ss D and frowned,


    Mnie was absent from school today.


    Recallingst night when Mnie called her in tears, seeking help, and then using her hysterically, all these events intertwined, giving her a sense that something was amiss.


    Could it be that she had discovered I was using her?


    No, that was impossible. She was naive and gullible. I could easily fabricate a few excuses to deceive her and earn her trust.


    Reflecting on it now, she regretted her harsh words to Mnie the previous night. Despite the Spencer Group’s financial downfall, they could still benefit her.


    Furthermore, who else besides Mnie would be <b>as </b>easily manipted and led on with just a few words? Such pawns were hard toe by.


    Therefore, when Mnie arrivedter, she nned to disy a bit of vulnerability and coax her. After all, that was what she was most susceptible to.


    Suddenly, a ssmate called out to her.


    “Stephanie, is that your older brother? Is he here for your swearing ceremony?”


    “Wow, Stephanie. Your brother is quite handsome.”


    “You’re something else. You imed earlier that no one from your family would be attending, but you were just teasing us. Were you afraid your brother’s good looks would overshadow us?”


    Stephanie was taken aback. Jordan was here? Wasn’t he supposed to be on a business trip out of town?


    Following everyone’s gaze outside, a man in a suit, broad–shouldered, slim–waisted, tall, and dignified like a runway model, appeared on the asphalt road. Who else could it be besides Jordan?


    He was heading towards <b>ss </b>D.


    It’s my ss, not Anthony and Milly’s ss A, but ss D!


    Stephanie’s eyes lit up at <b>that </b>moment. She couldn’t resist standing up and rushing out amidst the envious stares of her ssmates. “Jordan!”


    Jordan was surprised to see Stephanie. He was momentarily stunned, then furrowed his brow.


    Although he had been reborn for <b>some </b>time and had encountered Stephanie after his rebirth, the knowledge that it was because of her that they had misunderstood Milly in the previous life, causing her so much suffering, prevented him from feeling fondness towards Stephanie.


    Despite understanding that it was human nature, he couldn’t bring himself to treat her the same way <b>as </b>before.


    His expressionless, handsome face darkened instantly. His steps faltered, and he looked down at her from


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    He rarely visited Crestwood <b>High</b>. Thest time he hade was to apany Milly for her entrance <b>exam</b>. Could it be that I wasn’t heading towards ss A<b>?</b>


    Stephanie was thrilled <b>at </b>that moment,pletely oblivious to his change in demeanour. Instead, she gazed at hum excitedly and approached him, taking hold of his arm and acting affectionately. Jordan, you’re amazing. You rushed <b>back </b>for me. Did you work overtime again?


    “You’re truly something. If you wereing, you should have informed me <b>beforehand</b>. The swearing ceremony won’tmence for some time. Come with me to the ssroom first.”


    As she spoke, she began to lead him towards the ssroom.


    <b>Jordan </b>remained rooted to the spot. He gently pulled his arm back and said coldly, “I <b>have </b>other matters to attend to and can’t <b>apany </b>you to your ss. Fortunately, Ivan is here. Let him assist you.”


    Ivan, who <b>was </b>trailing behind him, was confused.


    He didn’t know that being a CEO’s assistant also involved assisting with swearing ceremonies.


    Stephanie was even more astonished that her brother had declined her offer. Her face paled instantly. She. stomped her foot and shouted with a touch of coquetry, “Wait, Jordan!”


    Ivan wiped the sweat off his forehead and hesitated, “Um… Mr. But, this doesn’t seem appropriate. Crestwood High’s swearing ceremony involves parents and students embracing each other. It’s not suitable for me to participate.”


    Embrace?


    Jordan’s eyes, previously as cold as the moon, suddenly lit up upon hearing those words.


    Then, Milly will embrace me!


    I hade to the right ce!


    Despite his inner delight, he maintained a cold expression, “Well, if you don’t want to go, you don’t have


    to.”


    Upon hearing this, Ivan almost knelt down in gratitude. “Yes, Mr. But.


    When Stephanie heard this, she felt so wronged that tears welled up in her eyes. She couldn’t understand why Jordan, who had always been so affectionate towards her, had suddenly be so distant. Even when she casually mentioned wanting a star, he immediately bought one for her and even name it after her. Why had Jordan, who had always been so kind to her, changed so suddenly?


    Seeing Jordan turning to leave, she couldn’t hold back any longer. She reached out and grabbed his sleeve <b>tightly</b>, pleading, Jordan<b>, </b>please don’t <b>go</b><b>.</b><b>”</b>


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    Jordan looked at the sleeve she was holding onto. His just–recovered expression instantly darkened, and he said, “Let go of me.”


    The tension in the air heightened once again.


    Just then, a dignified voice broke the awkward silence from behind them, “Mr. But, what a


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    Stephanie, <b>who </b>had been quietly crying, heard these words and clenched her teeth in frustration. This <b>was </b>humiliating for her.


    I had worked so hard to be a part of the Buts, only to be referred to as an adopted sister in the end. I refused to ept it!


    But when she turned around, she was met with exquisite eyes and a faint smile. Her anger instantly disappeared, <b>and </b>she greeted, “Hello, Mr. Tate.”


    Jordan saw George raise an eyebrow slightly and asked, “Mr. Tate, what a coincidence indeed. I assume you are here for a meeting with your brother?”


    George was dressed casually in <b>a </b><b>ck </b>windbreaker <b>over </b>a shirt and suit pants, giving off a youthful vibe.


    “No, he doesn’t deserve it. I’m here for a meeting with my fiancée.


    He stood facing Jordan, emanating a noble and powerful aura like a king. However, Jordan showed no signs of backing down. He met his gaze with <b>equal </b>strength and responded with a hint of mockery in his tone. “Oh? I wasn’t aware you have engaged.”


    George smiled and looked at him, saying, “That’s not correct. I informed Mr. But at the previous banquet, so you should have known.”


    Jordan’s gaze turned cold, as if he was ready to strike at any moment. “George, you can provoke anyone, but you must never provoke Milly.”


    George didn’t take his threat seriously. He replied calmly, “Is that so?”


    Huh! Who was he trying to fool with this show of sibling affection?


    He had investigated the Buts and discovered that Milly didn’t live well after she returned to the Buts. She was ostracised everywhere, unloved by her brother or mother. Even the detectives remarked that the Buts were peculiar, not showing love to their biological daughter but doting on an adopted daughter.


    Since the Buts didn’t care for her, let the Tates take care of her. What he could provide was far superior to what the Buts could offer.


    Two equally tall and handsome men, both exuding a powerful aura, refused to back down, creating a suffocating atmosphere. In that moment of confrontation, the air around them seemed to freeze.


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