Sweet May-December Marriage novel Chapter 102

Chapter 102 The Photo Could've Been Photoshopped

"You didn't know about this? It's been spreading like crazy on the campus website. Everyone's speculating that you're not actually from the Lopez family, but some influential person's illegitimate child." Cecilia shrugged, "Though Dawson may be useless, his father still has some power and connections. I thought it would take some effort to mess with him... But this time our school didn't show any mercy, they just expelled him."

Charlotte lowered her head and rubbed her nose, "Oh, really? Our school principal is truly efficient and impartial."

Since Charlotte didn't seem willing to talk about it, Cecilia didn't push her either. Instead, she asked, "By the way, Charlotte, let me ask you something."

"What is it?"

Cecilia looked troubled, "Anthony, the bastard, keeps pestering me to apologize and forgive him. I mean, what's wrong with him?!"

Charlotte chuckled, "So you came to school this early just to avoid him?"

"Isn't it obvious?" Cecilia sighed, "He was waiting at my place early yesterday. My grandpa really likes him, and he insists I come to school with Anthony... I'm so fed up. I barely managed to get out of bed today."

Charlotte thought for a moment and said, "So, what do you think? Do you still like him?"

Cecilia was so annoyed that she deflated a bit, and a hint of concern appeared on her bright face, "Well, you know, even though he's an idiot, I've liked him since we were kids, on and off..."

"That means you still like him," Charlotte smiled. "Then give him another chance. If he messes up like before, cut ties with him. Although it's often said that there's no third chance for the same person, I believe that after the lesson he had, if he still chooses to believe Daisy, it shows he doesn't value you enough. And honestly, one chance should be more than enough."

Cecilia was taken aback. She reached out and pinched Charlotte's cheek, "Wow, Charlotte, I'm really impressed by what you just said! You may look soft and silly, but your heart is quite tough, huh? Anyway, you're right. I'll give that idiot another chance."

With the pressing matter resolved, Cecilia was back to her energetic self and went to call Anthony.

When Nicholas and Eloise arrived, they asked about Charlotte's health. Charlotte assured them she was fine, and Eloise had her do some jumps on the spot to make sure.

Nicholas smiled as he leaned against the wall and twirled a pen between his fingers, "You look like a little rabbit."

He paused and added, "A short-legged rabbit, that is."

Charlotte was speechless.

Nicholas placed a bottle of milk formula in front of Charlotte, "Drink up."

Charlotte grumpily brought the cup closer.

During the first break, Vivian came over with a fake concern for Charlotte's health, and the class teacher also called her to the office to check on her.

Reagan sneered, "Oh, look at her! She really thinks she's someone special!"

Vivian was well aware of what happened to Daphne and Dawson, which made her think about who was supporting Charlotte. It sent shivers down her spine, and she advised Reagan, "You saw what happened to Daphne and Mr. Maddox. It's better not to mess with Charlotte these days."

Though Reagan was unhappy, she was somewhat worried. So, she glared at Charlotte and slammed her book on the table.

After school in the afternoon, Waylon informed Charlotte that Nelson had left Seyso for some business and might take two or three days to return. With that, Charlotte thought she would be free. But upon returning to Oswye Community and looking at the villa, Charlotte suddenly felt like the entire house was empty.

Back then, she didn't know she would feel empty without Nelson.

Charlotte discussed with Waylon and went to the hospital to visit her grandfather. Dominic was being well taken care of, and he looked much better than the last time Charlotte saw him, with a healthier complexion. When he learned that Charlotte was doing fine, he smiled with joy.

"Oh Lottie, your friend's parents are so kind. They've been using the best medicines for me, and the caregivers are attentive to every detail... I was hoping to meet them in person to express my gratitude once they have the time," Dominic said while holding Charlotte's hand.

Charlotte was in total shock.

Where did the idea of her having a friend's parents come from? She made it all up in the first place. No wonder people said that telling one lie requires a thousand more to cover it up. Charlotte sighed inwardly. Indeed, lying was wrong.

However, she couldn't reveal Nelson's existence, so she said, "Grandpa, they run a company, and they have a lot of business dinners and social events to attend. Even my friend himself doesn't get a chance to meet his parents frequently. They don't have time for a meal together."

Dominic considered it, "Well, that's too bad. I still can't help feeling uneasy without expressing my gratitude in person."

Charlotte nervously replied, "It's alright, Grandpa. I'll convey your thanks through my friend."

Dominic nodded, and the topic was dropped. He then praised Charlotte for her medical knowledge and was incredibly pleased with her. He patted her head affectionately and said, "Oh Lottie, if your mother were still with us, she would be so proud of you."

Charlotte smiled and said, "Mom told me she'll always watch over me from heaven."

Remembering his deceased daughter, Dominic sighed and didn't say much. Instead, he said, "It's getting late, why don't you go back and do your work?"

Charlotte nodded. After giving some instructions to the caregivers, she then left.

The next day at school, Charlotte found several kinds of breakfast on her desk and was puzzled, "Who put these here?"

Eloise pouted, "Andrew."

Feeling a headache coming on, Charlotte took all the items and put them back on Andrew's desk. She spoke to him earnestly, "Hey Andrew, can you please stop doing this in the future?"

Andrew glanced at the things and chuckled, "Didn't it used to be like this before?"

Before...

Charlotte closed her eyes.

Indeed, Andrew used to bring her breakfast. But as soon as he left, others would snatch everything, and she wouldn't get anything. On top of that, she would face mocking and ridicule, and in extreme cases, her assignments might be torn apart.

Because of this, she received scoldings from teachers many times. Later, when she couldn't bear it anymore, she had to tell Andrew that she had already eaten breakfast at home and didn't need him to bring it anymore, just so she could avoid having to do double assignments every day.

Charlotte didn't hold grudges against Andrew because of these things. Despite everything, he had brought warmth to her life, but also caused more hurt.

"Andrew," Charlotte looked at Andrew calmly. "No matter what you think, I really, really don't want to go back to the way things were before."

"..." Andrew suppressed his temper and asked, "Char, you didn't come back yesterday. Did you move out with him?"

Charlotte paused for a moment and then answered, "Yes."

Andrew took a deep breath. As he wanted to say something more, Charlotte had already turned his back and returned to her seat.

Reagan glared at Charlotte with a look of intense hatred, as if she wanted to gouge a piece of flesh from Charlotte with her eyes, "You... you bitch!"

Vivian glanced at her but didn't say anything.

Reagan's expression looked extremely ugly. In the end, she clenched her fists and muttered, "...Since you're such a bitch, I'll help you out."