All eyes were on Nadia, filled with disdain and silent judgment.
It was shocking how far people would stoop for fame and fortune these days.
Elliot was from a respected older generation! Just the thought of any inappropriate relationship was sickening.
Among the crowd, Becky's face was the sourest.
Becky's eyes burned with fury, her nails biting into her palms so hard it would've hurt, but she felt nothing.
"My dear disciple, have you been overworking yourself?" Elliot asked with concern. "Once you're done with your current tasks, do you plan to make a comeback? While I can still hold a pen, I'd love for us to have a proper discussion."
Elliot had taken on only two disciples in his entire career. Since accepting Nadia, his expectations had been sky-high, though the results had
