Chapter 268

Aurelius Manor. Emily Howard came back with some exciting news for Clara Bennett. "Clara! You got into Dynlor! Congrats!" Emily said, practically beaming. Clara, already expecting it, just nodded calmly. "Alright." Emily blinked. "You don’t seem surprised at all! When my boss told me, I almost jumped with joy." "Thanks, sis. You must’ve pulled some strings for me, huh?" Emily raised a hand. "Not really. I just mentioned your name, but the offer was all you. Tomorrow’s your first day—let's go together!" "Sure." That night, Nancy Collins had someone whip up a great dinner to celebrate. Early next morning, Clara and Emily were getting ready to head to Dynlor when they found Nicholas Evans already waiting outside. "Nick, what are you doing here?" Emily asked, caught off guard. "Morning, Emily. I heard it’s Clara’s first day, thought I’d give her a ride." Emily laughed. "Guess I’m just the third wheel now!" "Come on, don’t say that! Let’s go together!" Nick opened the door and waved them in