Chapter 307
Chapter 307 The Prettiest Girl on Campus
After getting off the plane, Leander collected his luggage and headed straight for the exit.
At a glance, he caught sight of Tommy waiting by a parked limousine outside.
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Without drawing attention, Leander quietly opened the door and slipped into the back seat, unnoticed by the crowd.
Tommy started in surprise, realizing only then that Leander had arrived.
He hurriedly climbed into the driver’s seat.
“Mr. Leander, where should we go first? Do you want to stop by the office p>
Leander thought for a moment and nodded.
“Sure, let’s head there p>
He had originally planned on heading to Highcliffe University first.
But with Tommy driving such a flashy car, he would inevitably attract every student’s eyes.
To avoid unnecessary attention, he decided to check out the office before heading to university
on his own.
Just as Tommy was about to start the car, Leander raised a hand.
“Wait p>
Puzzled, Tommy followed Leander’s gaze toward the other exit.
There, a limited-edition Bentley was parked, flanked front and back by two Mercedes SUVs.
Seven or eight bodyguards in black suits, each moving with the bearing of trained fighters, escorted a spirited old man out of the terminal.
The elder stepped into the Bentley, while the rest climbed into the SUVS.
Slowly, the convoy pulled onto the main road.
“Isn’t that the president of Ashcroft Group p>
Tommy’s expression hardened.
He’d only been in Highcliffe for a month, but he had already studied every major company,
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chamber of commerce, and prominent family.
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The man who had just gotten into the Bentley was none other than one of the city’s towering pillars-Reginald Ashcroft, the patriarch of the Ashcroft family and the president of Ashcroft
Group
“Reginald Ashcroft p>
He muttered under his breath, then turned to Leander, his eyes full of shock.
A thought flashed through his mind.
Could it be that Mr. Leander’s related to the Ashcroft family from Highcliffe?
The idea made him draw in a sharp breath.
The Ashcroft family was one of Highcliffe’s most powerful, their influence surpassing nearly all others and keeping them at the top of countless rankings.
Be it politics, business, or the military, their network was immense.
Compared to them, so-called families like the Halloway family of Mornwick, the Walsh family of Listin, or the Shire family of Cranfordale were nothing more than child’s play.
Even if ten such families joined forces, the Ashcroft family could crush them in mere days.
Watching Leander’s unreadable gaze and recalling his overwhelming strength, Tommy grew more and more certain of his suspicion.
What other family, aside from the Ashcrofts, could possibly produce such a heaven- defying figure?
“Let’s go,” Leander finally said.
Though countless questions swirled in Tommy’s mind, he dared not press further.
He quickly started the car and drove away,
Leander’s expression barely shifted.
Looks like Reginald, that old man, hasn’t changed one bit.
Once, Reginald had been the grandfather he respected and admired greatly.
Though often strict, he also cared deeply for Leander, even valuing him more than Ethan.
He’d essentially groomed Leander to become the Ashcroft family’s next head.
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But now, seeing him again, Leander’s eyes held nothing but cold indifference-and a trace of buried hatred.
Even now, he couldn’t fathom how he had fallen from being the Ashcroft family’s heir to an outcast in a single night.
By Reginald’s order, his meridians were destroyed.
Not only that, but Gareth also personally cast him out.
Leander clenched his fist, his gaze sharp.
One day, he would uncover the truth behind it all.
Soon, the vehicle rolled into the underground garage of Jeff Enterprises’ Highcliffe branch.
Leander and Tommy rode the elevator straight to the 36th floor, where the president’s office
was.
After pouring Leander a cup of tea, Tommy outlined the past month’s work in setting
up the branch and laid out their plans for the future.
He handed over several documents.
Leander skimmed the materials, pointing out flaws and improvements.
By 4 p.m., he left the office and took a cab to Highcliffe University.
Highcliffe University was one of Astria’s most renowned century-old institutions, with
roots dating back to the New Order Reforms era.
It started off as the Imperial Academy of Highcliffe, once the nation’s highest
educational institution, and had since built up an immense legacy.
Many famous scholars and writers had walked out of its halls.
Though it had no formal motto, the spirit of patriotism, progress, science, and democracy had guided generations of students.
Countless high schoolers dreamed of joining its ranks.
Standing before the gate, Leander gazed up at the bold calligraphy carved into the plaque, his thoughts wandering.
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Around him, freshmen passed by with their luggage, some accompanied by their
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Leander, however, felt like a solitary traveler, detached from the bustle of the world. Adjusting the strap of his shoulder bag, he stepped into the century-old campus. The air was filled with youthful vitality.
Young men and women bustled about, their energy blending with the university’s timeless, elegant architecture.
Even Leander felt a stir of emotion.
It had been nine months since he left Ravenridge Senior High.
He had almost forgotten that he was still just nineteen, about to begin life as a
university student.
As his thoughts drifted, a faint fragrance wafted over.
A girl with a ponytail walked toward him.
She wore a simple school uniform, her figure tall and graceful.
Her crystal clear eyes were full of spirit, and her beauty seemed both gentle and
alluring.
Last but not least, her delicate features were flawlessly radiant.
Be it her appearance, temperament, or figure, she was no less than Yvette or
Madeline.
Needless to say, she was the prettiest chick on campus.
Many boys, freshmen and seniors alike, turned toward her with admiration and
curiosity.
Yet, she ignored them all and came straight to Leander.
“Hello. Are you new here p>
Her voice was sweet and melodious, like music that made one feel instantly at ease.
Leander blinked out of his daze, glanced at her, and nodded with a faint smile.
“Yes, I am p>
During orientation week, seniors wore school uniforms while freshmen stood out in
their casual clothes.
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It was easy to tell them apart.
Hearing his answer, the girl smiled at once.
“That makes you my junior, then. I’m part of the student council, here to welcome
new students. Which department are you in? Let’s get you registered p>
Leander gave her another look, then smiled and shook his head.
“I can find my way. There’s no need to trouble you p>
Without waiting for her reaction, he turned and walked off down another path.
Behind him, the girl froze, stunned by his indifference.
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She hadn’t even processed it when another striking girl bounded over, her long hair
cascading down her back.
She wrapped an arm around the other girl’s waist.
Seeing her friend’s expression, the newcomer tilted her head in confusion.
“What’s wrong, Luna p>
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