When I arrived , my mentor and senior , Oliver Plane , were both waiting for As soon as I stepped in , they stood on either side of me , studying me curiously . Imela , why the sudden change of heart ? My mentors sharp eyes scanned me up and down , full of suspicion . He knew about my relationship with Vincent and that I had planned to marry him right after graduation Because of that , I had missed out on countless research projects , something he had sighed over time and time again . He said I shouldnt tie myself down to marriage so early . Half an hour ago , when I rejected his offer without a second thought , he was so furious he nearly wanted to hit me . Now that I had done a complete change , he wasnt sure what to think . Oliver was the same . As the heir to the Planes family , he doesnt have a trace of extravagant indulgence . Hes like an older brother to all of us , always there to offer his help whether its with research or the daily struggles we encounter . Especially me , as the mentors last student Oliver had always looked out for me . And just like our mentor , he had been beyond frustrated with my choices . Seeing their doubt , I hesitated only for a moment before deciding there was no point in hiding the truth from them . I dont tolerate betrayal . If he cant move on from his first love , then I have nothing to hold onto either Oliver reached out and patted my shoulder lightly . 1a He had always been gentle , always spoke in a calm , composed way . But right now , his eyes held a trace of anger . Imela , youre amazing . Hes the one who doesnt deserve you . Exactly ! 1501 False Sterp Schedule Whisper with Chapter 3 The mentor suddenly slammed the table with a loud bang . The little old professor was fuming , his hands clasped behind his back as he paced the room , huffing like an enraged lion . Ive been around for decades . I thought I had a good eye for people . Honestly , I was a bit regretful when you passed up so many opportunities for love , but at least I thought that boy wasnt a bad choice . Now ? Ha ! That bastard really knew how to put on an act ! Every word dripped with disgust . Then he turned to me , eyes filled with sympathy . Imela , dont be sad . Its just one man . Do you know what I do have plenty of ? Students ! Youve got seniors with brains , looks , and bright futures . Just say the word , and Ill set you up with someone a thousand times better than Vincent ! Then , as if a thought struck him , he glanced at Oliver meaningfully . Your junior got hurt , Oliver . You better keep an eye on her . Oliver nodded and then turned his gaze back to me . There was a protective air about the two of them . Maybe they were worried that I would feel upset about it . Without hesitation , my mentor waved his hand and declared that he would take Oliver and me home to cook us a big meal . Before leaving , I instinctively silenced my phone . 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