In an already established society, it was extremely challenging for someone new to break down those societal walls and make a name for himself. Even if a person's intelligence far exceeded his peers, he would eventually encounter an insurmountable wall if he didn't have the connections or wealth to back him up.
Emily couldn't imagine how hard Jack, who didn't have anything to his name, must have worked to earn himself a spot in Alnewgo University.
"He must have experienced unimaginable hardships," Quintis said with a sigh.
They began to discuss amongst themselves regarding the best course of action they could take when Jack reunited with them. They wondered what was the best way to compensate him for all the years they weren't by his side.
Meanwhile, Bella had pulled Jack into a secluded corner. She stared at Jack with a severe expression and asked, "Big Bun, tell me. Who was that woman just now? What's your relationship with her?"
She couldn't shake off the odd look that Emily had given Jack earlier. Her gaze had been strangely intense.
Jack chose his words carefully when he told Bella the story of how Emily had collided with Amelia and the scuffle that transpired after. Not wanting Bella to have any misunderstandings or suspicions, Jack omitted Amelia's role in the incident and replaced her identity with another woman who had no connection to him.
However, Bella was exceptionally bright. She wasn't one to trust Jack's words easily. "Are you telling me the truth?" she asked.
After Jack nodded somberly at her, she said, "Then, I'll trust you. But I have to let you know, Big Bun. I don't like it when you interact with those types of women."
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