Chapter 354

Lydia shot Valerie a fierce glare before raising her voice at Owen. "I'm not feeling well, and I'm still on medical leave. Just find whoever you want to write and compose the song. I got sick because I was beaten up by someone with power, influence, and connections." The last line was clearly aimed at Valerie. Before Owen could respond, Lydia stormed off in a huff. Owen met Valerie's gaze with a helpless expression. "Sorry you had to see that mess." Valerie tilted her head toward Lydia's departing figure. "Wasn't she on sick leave?" Owen laughed wryly. "She's just using being sick as an excuse to cause trouble. Judging by how quickly she's walking, she definitely doesn't look sick to me. I didn't expect her to hold such a grudge. She knows we need her, but she picked now of all times to bail out." Valerie raised an eyebrow. "I caught some of it just now. What's this about writing a song?" Owen sighed. "The University Games are coming up soon. According to tradition, every univer