Chapter 20
After finally calming down the lively chatter in the dorm, Celia was just about to relax when her phone chimed with a new
message notification.
Glancing at the screen, she saw it was from Lucas.
“Senior, I’m really sorry for spilling your soup today. How about I make it up to you by treating you to a meal sometime?”
Before she could respond, Sasha’s head peeked over her shoulder, her eyes lighting up at the message on Celia’s screen.
“See? I told you! He’s even offering to take you out for a meal. And you know his family’s not well–off. It’s obvious he likes you!”
Celia frowned slightly at the mention of Lucas‘ financial situation. For some inexplicable reason, when she thought of him, her
mind conjured an image of someone from a wealthy background.
But Sasha’s comment brought her back to reality, and Celia suddenly remembered why Lucas‘ name had sounded familiar.
He wasn’t just any freshman–he was last year’s top science student in the region, making headlines for his academic
achievements. He could have attended any prestigious university in the country, but he chose to stay local at Ashford University
to care for his parents.
The decision had sparked widespread debate at the time. Some praised his filial devotion, while others lamented the sacrifices he
made for his family, arguing that attending a top–tier school would have guaranteed a brighter future.
However, Lucas dismissed the criticism with confidence.
“I trust my abilities,” he’d said in an interview. “A school’s name doesn’t define my potential.”
