Chapter 113
Chapter 113 Why Look Back?
“Leander, I need to ask you something p>
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Yvette stood before him, her fitted punk outfit hugging her figure. Her delicate features were captivating, and her eyes sparkled like autumn waves, effortlessly drawing the attention of the boys around them.
But with Leander nearby, no one dared to approach. His presence was commanding, making him the most dominant figure at school. He wasn’t just admired; he had dethroned the once invincible Victor, sending ripples through the student body. Who would dare challenge him
now?
Seeing the school beauty next to the campus heartthrob, most people kept their distance, not wanting to interfere with whatever might be happening between them.
“I’ve got things to handle, so make it quick,” Leander said coolly, his expression giving nothing
away.
Yvette hesitated for a moment before taking a deep breath. “Did you come looking for me that day p>
As she spoke, she watched him closely, searching for even the smallest flicker of emotion in his face.
“I did, but I couldn’t find you,” Leander replied, his tone casual and unbothered.
Yvette studied him carefully. His expression was calm, like still waters, showing no signs of deception.
“Maybe I was wrong she thought to herself, but she couldn’t shake the feeling. She pressed on, unwilling to let it go just yet. “That day, I was taken by a man in black. He locked me in the boiler room of an abandoned factory. He was going to kill me p>
Her words lingered, heavy in the air, as she waited for Leander’s reaction.
“They kidnapped you and wanted to kill you?” Leander’s brow furrowed slightly, pretending to be puzzled. “If they captured you, it would’ve been for ransom or something worse. Why would they want you dead p>
His performance was seamless, each word and expression perfectly measured.
Yvette felt even more confused. Her instincts told her that Leander had something to do with her rescue, yet his behavior made it seem like he knew nothing about what had happened.
Just as Yvette opened her mouth to speak, Leander waved a hand dismissively.
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“No matter what happened that day, you’re here now, safe and sound, so it couldn’t have been as serious as you say.” His tone remained indifferent, unwavering. “After my call with Ms. Hollis, I searched a few places nearby but didn’t find you. There wasn’t much more I could do, so I ended up going online with Liam p>
“If that’s all, I’ll be on my way p>
Leander showed no interest in continuing the conversation. He turned without hesitation, ready to leave Yvette behind.
“Leander p>
As they brushed past one another, her voice cut through the air. “I have one last question for you p>
Without looking back, he responded coolly, “Go ahead p>
Yvette bit her lip, gathering her thoughts before asking a question that sounded completely out of place. “Can you… control fire p>
Her words hung in the air, and for a brief moment, Leander’s mind stirred with surprise. How could she, unconscious as she had been, have any knowledge of his battle with the dark
sorcerer?
“Yvette, don’t you think that’s a rather childish question p>
After a pause, he shook his head, chuckling softly. “Control fire? Do you think we’re in a superhero movie p>
With that, he strode into the classroom without giving her a second glance, leaving her standing in the hallway.
Yvette stood frozen, her thoughts swirling in a whirlwind of confusion.
After a long silence, a bitter smile tugged at her lips, and she shook her head in quiet self- mockery. “Yvette, what are you even thinking? He’s just an ordinary person. How could he possibly control fire? How could he have fought off that man in the black cloak p>
“Stop being ridiculous. Whoever saved you, it couldn’t have been him p>
With a soft sigh, she cast one last lingering look at Leander through the classroom door before turning away.
“Yvette, what did you ask him p>
On the playground, Ginny sat beside her, curiosity lighting up her face.
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“It was nothing p>
Yvette gazed at the setting sun, its golden rays slowly dipping toward the horizon. She shook her head gently, knowing deep down that the person who saved her could never have been Leander.
At the same time, a wave of relief washed over her. It felt like she was finally returning to normalcy, the cold shadows of fear and darkness gradually fading from her life.
Resting her chin on her hand, she asked suddenly, “Ginny, if you had to choose between Leander and Colin as a boyfriend, who would you pick p>
Without missing a beat, Ginny replied, “Of course, it would be Colin p>
“Colin is young and wealthy, the heir to Brightstorm Holdings. He’s going to be chairman one day. He’s humble, righteous, and-most importantly-he’s incredibly gentle. He knows how to take care of people p>
“Leander, on the other hand, may have some talent, but he always wears that cold, distant look. Just seeing him makes me uncomfortable. Plus, he has no influential ackground and only knows how to follow people like Frankie around like a lackey. Who would choose him p>
Ginny’s disdain for Leander wasn’t new. It had been there for a long time.
Seeing Yvette’s silence, she quickly added, “Yvette, why are you still lost in thought? Colin rescued you this time, and he’s been checking in on you every single day. He genuinely cares about you p>
“And Leander? He hasn’t even bothered to show up since the day you were in trouble-not a single word of concern. Honestly, I doubt he even considers you a friend. You’re clearly not on his mind p>
“I’ll admit, he’s got some abilities, but no matter how capable he is, it doesn’t come close to wealth and power. In this world, wherever those two go, they crush everything in their path. In the end, he’d have no choice but to yield to them.” Ginny’s tone turned more serious as she spoke, emphasizing every
word.
“Sure, right now, Leander can still hold onto his title as the school’s top heartthrob, even outshining Victor in grades. Maybe he’ll even be next year’s top scholar in Mornwick p>
“But think about it-how many of those once-famous scholars went on to achieve anything great? Colin is different. He was born with every advantage. He can give you so much more than Leander ever could p>
“What Colin can get effortlessly, Leander would have to work decades for. And, unlike Leander,
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Colin clearly loves you. Do I really need to explain which one is the better choice p>
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Ginny placed a reassuring hand on Yvette’s shoulder. “Yvette, I know you have some special feelings for Leander. But as your good friend, I must remind you-once someone makes the wrong choice, turning back can be incredibly difficult. I don’t want you to end up regretting your decision in the future p>
Yvette lifted her eyes and gave Ginny a bright, knowing smile.
“You’re right. This choice is as simple as it gets, yet I’ve been tangled in indecision for so long,” she admitted, her voice carrying a newfound clarity.
Rising to her feet, she took a deep breath, as though the weight she had carried
was finally lifted, as if she had suddenly come to understand so many things.
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“It’s time I start giving Colin a real chance,” Yvette declared with quiet resolve.
Just as she made this decision, her eyes caught sight of Leander, walking along the edge of the schoolyard with a single-strap backpack slung over his shoulder. He was heading straight for the gate, even though it was only the break between second and third periods. It was clear he had no intention of attending the next class.
A sudden, unshakable feeling crept into her heart. It felt like this departure of his was more significant than it appeared-that once Leander walked away, it might be a long time before she saw him again. Or worse, perhaps she would never see him again at all.
Her instincts took over, and she found herself taking a step forward, wanting to call out, to ask where he was going. But after only a few steps, she stopped.
She remembered the day she burned the leather paper he had left behind. That memory, vivid and sharp, made her shake her head. No, there was no turning back now. She had already made her choice.
Resolutely, Yvette turned around and returned to Ginny’s side. Compared to the distant, indifferent Leander, Colin was her real sanctuary. Now that she had decided
to let go of that lingering attachment, there was no reason to look back.
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