Chapter 36 The classmates freaked out and made a new group chat without Kaia . 55 vouchers Someone typed : [ What are we gonna do ? If Kaia really goes through with it , we won't be able to show our faces in public . ] [ Kaia's so mean ! ] another chimed in . [ She's the coldest person I've ever met . No mercy at all . ] Seeing no new message , Kaia figured they were talking about her in another chat . She didn't care what they said and had no plans to go easy on them . They brought this on themselves . In the new group chat , everyone turned to Casey for help . [ Casey , your boyfriend is Mr. Snyder . Ask him to help us . ] The others agreed . Casey thought it was a good idea and called Philip . " Honey , I need a favor- " The next day , Kaia went to meet Casey at the agreed coffee shop - but Philip was there instead . " Why are you here ? " Kaia frowned . Philip handed her a menu with a polite smile. " What do you want ? See for yourself . My treat . " Kaia didn't even glance at it . " Did Casey send you ? " " Smart girl , " Philip said with a grin . " No wonder you're number one in the SAT . I thought you were just a pretty face , but you're sharp . You got into Morganburg University with a perfect score . Casey kept hinting that you cheated , but honestly , she's not too bright . I knew that was impossible . " Kaiz's eyes narrowed . " Aren't you here to plead for Casey and the others ? Why are you saying this ? " " You're smart . You know what I mean , Philip said , giving her a look that made her skin crawl . Kaia's gaze turned sharp . ' So you still want to date me , huh ? " Philip clapped . " Smart women are easy to talk to , not like Casey . She does whatever I want , but that gets boring . You're different - you're smart , you topped the SAT , and you come from a good family . " My parents would like you way more than her . But let's be clear - once you meet my parents in a few days , we'll start planning the wedding . I'm not getting any younger . " You can stay in school , but if you get pregnant , you'll take a break . My parents can be difficult , and 1/4 11:52 pm Chapter 36 55 vouchers their health isn't great . If you have issues with them , I expect you to back down - they're your elders , after all . " Kaia let out a cold laugh . " What's so funny ? " Philip looked puzzled . " I'm laughing at how full of yourself you are . Ever look in the mirror , huh ? You're so gross that I feel sick just sitting here . And you still dare to make all these demands ? Disgusting ! " Kaia said and stood to leave . Philip jumped up and blocked her path . " Don't get mad . What I said wasn't that bad . My family's richer than your family . Marrying me is not a bad deal for you ." He pulled out a card . " Here's 300 thousand dollars . Say yes and it's yours . " Kaia snatched the card - and slapped him across the face with it . The edge of the card scratched his cheek , and he winced . Kaia sneered . " You ? I wouldn't even hire you as a servant . Get lost ." Heads turned from all over the café . Philip's face twisted in anger . " You bitch . You're lucky I even like you . I'm warning you - don't be ungrateful . I'll give you one last chance . Come kiss me , or- Before he could finish , Kaia turned to leave . " How dare you disrespect me ! " Philip lunged for her shoulder . Kaia spun , grabbed his arm , and flipped him clean over her shoulder . Philip went flying into a table , crashed onto it , then hit the floor along with the table . He let out a howl of pain . Kaia brushed off her shoulder like she'd just flicked away trash and walked out without a backward glance Not long after she left , Casey stepped out from a corner . Her eyes were ice - cold as she stared after Kaia . If she hadn't been spying today , she wouldn't have known Philip was into Kaia - and wanted to marry her . Philip was her ticket into a rich family . She'd put all her chips on him , and she wasn't about to let Kaia steal him away . Casey pulled out her phone . I need you to round up some people- 2/4 11:52 pm Chapter 36 55 vouchers After leaving the coffee shop , Kaia headed to the research institute . The old professors swarmed around her as soon as they saw her . " Dr. Bennett , you're finally here . I've got a problem that's been driving me crazy . Can you take a look ? " " Back off ! Get in line ! Ever heard of first come , first served ? " " Dr. Bennett , remember that partnership with the Moreno Group you announced at the conference ? They called a few days ago . Their CEO wants to meet you about the new nanomaterials -how to make the best use of them . " Hearing Tobias wanted to meet her , Kaia thought for a moment . " Forget the meeting . We can talk online ." " Okay , should I let them add you on WhatsApp ? " asked the professor . Kaia shook her head . " Use Telegram . " She had Tobias's WhatsApp , but not his Telegram . " Alright , I'll set it up , " the professor said . Soon , Kaia added Tobias on Telegram . Tobias dropped everything to send her a message : [ Hello , Dr. Bennett . ] Kaia replied : [ Hello . ] [ I'd like to know more about the new nanomaterials . ] [ Okay . ] Russell watched Tobias chatting with the famous scientist , his face green with envy . " Tobias , can ! get Dr. Bennett's contact info ? " " What for ? Tobias asked , frowning . Russell puffed up . " To show off , of course . My friends would lose it if they knew I had her number " Tobias gave him a side - eye . " You'd bother her for something that dumb , huh ? And do you really think someone like Dr. Bennett would accept your friend request ? Don't embarrass yourself ." Russell pouted . ' Hey , that's not fair- Before he could finish , Devin walked in with urgent papers for Tobias to sign As Tobias set his phone down to sign , Russell snatched it and memorized Dr. Bennett's number from her profile . 3/4 11:52 pm Chapter 36 " Russell , don't be stupid , " Tobias warned , but it was too late . Russell quickly keyed in the number and sent a friend request . Tobias rolled his eyes . " I told you - she's not gonna add you . " " You never know . Maybe I'll get lucky ," Russell said with a grin . 11:52 pm Chapter 37 Chapter 37 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!