Alpha Amanda's Love Adventure (By Aurora Grey) novel Chapter 159

Chapter 159 The Face Behind the Cap

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Derrick turned to look at me, his eyes holding a hint of suspicion. “Sorry, I was a bit too forward last time.

I withdrew my gaze, my fingertips unconsciously rubbing the backpack strap, a polite smile on my face. “That’s all in the past. It’s fine.”

But inside I didn’t relax. This apology came too conveniently, right after I’d deliberately distanced myself from him, making me feel Samson’s earlier warning wasn’t baseless.

“Are you sure it’s okay?” he pressed, his tone softening. “I’m sorry, Amanda. I never thought my feelings for you would cause you trouble. Can we just interact like we used to? Just pretend that never happened, okay?”

Alice snorted coldly in my consciousness. “This guy’s got it all figured out. He’s trying to keep you on the hook.”

While I felt relieved, I became even more wary. His eagerness to repair our relationship actually confirmed his motives for approaching me weren’t pure.

I nodded. “Okay.”

After a pause, I added. “The Operations Department must be pretty busy right now. If you’re swamped o regular days, you don’t need to drive me to school.”

I really didn’t want to get further entangled with him.

But Derrick interrupted me, his tone brooking no refusal. “You’re forgetting this is Grandpa’s order. No matter how busy we brothers are, we must see you safely to school.”

I was instantly speechless. To refuse Hugh’s orders any further would seem ungrateful.

I could only shut my mouth. The moment the car stopped, I grabbed my backpack and rushed toward the school gate without even saying goodbye.

I’d barely taken two steps when someone tapped my shoulder.

I reflexively stepped aside, only relaxing after seeing who it was. Clara and Jennifer flanked me on either side.

“What are you thinking about? You’re totally zoned out!” Clara poked my cheek. “You didn’t even notice us coming. If we’d been enemies, you would’ve been ambushed by now.”

I smiled, smoothly changing the subject. “I was thinking about that physical tactics problem the instructor assigned yesterday. After you interrupted me like that, I actually figured out the solution.”

“Oh please!” Clara rolled her eyes, slapping her own head. “Do straight-A students all have the same study brain? Working on problems even while walking!”

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Chapter 139 The Face Behind the Cap

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“Straight-A students are bound to be straight-A students just because of that kind of focus.” Jennifer sighed, then suddenly stopped and held my hand carnestly.

“Amanda, seriously, I really admire you. Your physical abilities are stronger than all of ours, and you’re so sharp. During the last group competition, if it weren’t for the tactics you came up with, we never would’ve

Clara leaned in too, her eyes sparkling. “Exactly! Let me tell you, my dad’s always pushing me to improve my abilities and compete for the Alpha position. If you’re willing to come to our Polar Pack, I guarantee I’ll get you the best coaching resources, and we’ll rise to the top together!”

Jennifer quickly jumped in. “What Polar Pack? Silvermoon Pack is way better! Come to us, and we’ll team up. I’ll definitely be one step closer to the Alpha position!”

I was amused by their enthusiasm and quickly waved my hands. “Thanks for thinking so highly of me, but I still have an arrangement with Eclipse Pack right now, so I can’t consider these things at the moment. But we’re friends, so whenever you need help with physical training or tactics, just come find me!”

Though both were a bit disappointed, they didn’t push it. Jennifer suddenly remembered something, pulling me toward the shade by the classroom building and lowering her voice. “By the way, Amanda, there’s something I wanted to ask your help with.”.

“Go ahead.”

“I want to boost my public reputation in Silvermoon Pack,” Jennifer said, her cheeks flushing.

“After all, to compete for Alpha, I need everyone to recognize me. I’ve already looked into it. The Howlstead Foreign Affairs Department has a short-term image management course that specifically teaches how to deal with the public. Can you come with me? With you there, I’ll feel more confident.”

“No problem.” I agreed immediately. I didn’t have training that afternoon anyway, and helping a friend. was the least I could do.

Jennifer jumped up happily, pulling me off campus. “Perfect! Let’s go now. Don’t want to be late!”

Taking a cab to the Foreign Affairs Department building, I looked at the sign reading “Howlstead Foreign Affairs Department” above the entrance and suddenly froze. Last time Alan mentioned he was in charge of image publicity work here. Wasn’t this his department?

“What are you spacing out for? Let’s go!” Jennifer pulled my arm and we walked into the elevator. We’d just pressed the floor button when a man wearing a baseball cap hurried in. Seeing us inside, he pulled the brim lower, turned around to face away from us, and stood in the corner.

I frowned. This person’s aura felt familiar, as if I’d sensed it somewhere before, but I couldn’t recall where. He wore a black hoodie with his hands tucked into his pockets, shoulders slightly tense, looking very

nervous.

Alice suddenly became alert. “This person’s deliberately hiding his aura. His wolf spirit fluctuations are very weak, but he’s not an ordinary person.”

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