The Man Who Waited vs. The Man Who Wasted novel Chapter 370

Chloe answered with complete sincerity.

"It feels more respectful."

Even though Jocelyn was technically just a developer and not a formal executive, Chloe knew better than to treat her like a normal coworker.

Her skills surpassed absolutely everyone else in the company.

More importantly, Julian treated her with a level of reverence he gave no one else.

Jocelyn didn't push the issue.

If calling her that made Chloe comfortable, so be it.

As her taxi drove down a familiar street, she suddenly realized Northwood University was just around the corner.

She hadn't been back to her alma mater since the day she graduated.

Since she was already in the neighborhood.

She figured she might as well drop in for a quick visit.

However, the security guard stopped her at the main gate.

Jocelyn tried explaining multiple times that she was an alumna.

But the guard adamantly refused to let her through without a faculty pass.

Just as she was about to give up and turn around.

A familiar voice called out to her.

"Jocelyn?"

She turned around, her eyes lighting up instantly.

"Professor Thorne."

A woman in her fifties with salt-and-pepper hair hurried over with a warm, welcoming smile.

"It really is you! I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me. It's been years, and you look more radiant than ever."

Professor Thorne had been her most influential mentor during college. She wasn't just a brilliant educator; she was a highly respected expert in the global tech industry.

Whenever Jocelyn hit a massive programming roadblock, she would always consult her in private.

They had kept in touch over the years, though they rarely managed to see each other in person.

The physical distance had never diminished the deep respect and bond they shared.

Jocelyn never failed to send her a thoughtful message on every major holiday.

She had often wanted to buy her expensive gifts to show her gratitude, but always stopped herself.

"I had no idea you were the famous IT goddess everyone still talks about. I am so sorry for stopping you, Miss."

Jocelyn smiled warmly at him.

"It's perfectly fine. You were just doing your job."

Professor Thorne kept a tight, affectionate grip on her hand.

"Come along. Let's head to my office for a proper catch-up."

Jocelyn happily agreed.

Since Julian had given her the rest of the day off, she had absolutely nowhere else to be. This was the perfect time to reconnect with her favorite teacher.

As they strolled down the familiar pathways toward the faculty building, Jocelyn happened to glance to the side and suddenly froze.

Unless her eyes were playing tricks on her, the man walking briskly across the quad with a phone glued to his ear was Todd.

Adrian's personal assistant.

Jocelyn let out a soft, mocking scoff.

Adrian really had sent someone to Northwood University to dig up her past.

Well, he certainly didn't waste any time.