Chapter 72

Oliver's eyes were full of disdain, but he held his tongue. Other people fall in love and fight, they just... gift each other pain. Elaine suddenly forgot all about the whole "identity exposed" fiasco. She walked up to Marcus, trying to strike a deal. "Marcus, um... kids should really focus on school, you know? I wanna take him to tour some campuses when we get a chance." Marcus gave them a look and replied, "I'll have someone arrange it." "Thanks, Uncle," Oliver said politely right after. Marcus didn't respond. He tugged at his blazer, looking all formal again, and headed downstairs. "I'm going to the office." Halfway there, he turned back to remind Elaine, "Don't be late." Elaine straightened up like a soldier. "Got it." And the second Marcus was out of sight, Elaine's expression flipped as fast as a light switch. She looked at Oliver. "Satisfied now?" Oliver replied smugly, "Pretty much what I expected." Elaine rolled her eyes so hard she could've strained something, then remembered