Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 625

Melvin grabbed her bag and followed, still unable to get over the formality. Sure enough, just as he was wallowing in his emo phase, Janet approached and gave him a full ninety-degree bow.

"Good morning, Mr. Steele," she said with the utmost respect.

"Pfft—" It was the first time Juniper had witnessed Janet's brand of 'politeness,' and she couldn't hold it in, bursting out laughing.

Melvin's expression darkened even further.

...

At Eclara University, Janet got out of the car first, followed by Juniper.

"Bring some for your roommates," Melvin said. Knowing they took good care of his sister, he had bought three extra portions of snacks.

"Alright." Juniper took the bag filled with imported treats, raising an eyebrow. "Thanks, Melvin."

"Don't be a stranger." Melvin stood outside the car door, unable to resist gently straightening a stray strand of his sister's hair. "If you want anything else in the future, just tell me. I'll buy it for you."

"Okay." A warmth spread through her. Juniper's lips curved into a soft smile as she said quietly, "Ask my sister what she wants, too. Get some for her."

Ebony Fox was always at the training grounds; she definitely wouldn't have time for this kind of thing.

"Her?" At the mention of Ebony Fox, Melvin felt his scalp tingle. His confidence instantly deflated. "Juniper, maybe you should ask her?"

His other sister was so intense; one glare from her and his knees would go weak.

"Tch." Juniper was silent for two seconds, then her red lips moved. "Fine, I'll ask her."

After saying their goodbyes, Juniper waved to Melvin and headed off with the bag. Neither of them noticed Yolanda lurking in a nearby corner, phone raised, secretly taking pictures. She had captured the entire exchange, including the tender moment when Melvin had smoothed Juniper's hair.

Hah! She had finally caught Juniper with her real boyfriend. She had to admit, the guy was good-looking—tall, handsome, the whole package. It was just... what brand was that car? She'd never seen it before. It must be some cheap model.

The others fell silent, all too aware of the politics involved.

"I disagree."

A voice cut in from the doorway, and Juniper walked in.

"I think Professor Tucker won't just win an award," she said slowly. "He'll take first place."

Every head in the room swiveled to look at her. Tucker taking first place? But he didn't even compete. What was Juniper talking about?

Just as they were all reeling in confusion, a student shouted, "The list of winners is out!"

The students swarmed forward. When they saw the results, their eyes went wide.