Chapter 3

The next day, after I returned home from school, I noticed that a sea of roses had been placed around my door.

Joseph stood in the corridor. He was tall and fit, and he carried himself with an impressive air. He stared at me and said, "My confession yesterday was too sloppy, so I'm here to give you a proper one, Lucy."

"No matter how sincere you are, I will never like you," I replied icily.

"Who do you like? Is there someone out there who is more handsome than me?" Joseph demanded, sounding panicked.

I grabbed my keys and was about to enter my house when Joseph blocked my way. "Lucy, I really like you. I want to enroll in Delasaint University with you."

I shot him a strange look. I had never said that I wanted to study law. I smiled before saying, "Sorry, but you won't make it with your abysmal results. You should give up, trash."

Joseph's tone turned calm. "Lucy, could you speak to me more politely?"

I kept silent as I glared at him.

"If you've decided on studying law, you should fill in and submit your application form as soon as possible."

I was suddenly overwhelmed with the desire to tease him. "I'm not going to study law. I'm going to learn how to operate a tractor."

I could see a nerve twitching in Joseph's temple. I pushed open the door and stepped inside before closing it forcefully, nearly slamming it into Joseph's nose in the process.

The next day, I received a barrage of text messages. The other students had found out that the campus king had confessed his love to me. I didn't need to think twice to know that Joseph had spread the news himself.

Frank called me multiple times, but I ignored all his calls. A few seconds later, he called again. He didn't beat around the bush and immediately declared, "You're a wonderful lady, Lucy. I approve of you dating Joseph."

He had also approved of my relationship with Joseph in my past life. At the time, I felt relieved that Frank didn't shun me for failing to enroll in any university.

"My son has always wanted to study law and become an excellent lawyer. I hope that you'll work hard with him."

A smile played on my lips, and my eyes sparkled as I curtly said, "Okay."

Frank was stunned for a moment. When he next spoke, he sounded pleased. "I'm very happy that you've agreed."

I disconnected the call before bursting into a peal of near-maniacal giggles. I had just changed my mind. It would indeed be fun to mess around with them.

I was determined to make sure Madison never got into any university. Besides, I was afraid that they'd just find another victim if I didn't go along with their demands.

Joseph swiftly sought me out after he received the news that I had agreed to become a couple with him. "Have you submitted your application form?" he asked.

"Not yet. I'll do it tomorrow."

He breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing my words. "Do you want to go out with me? It so happens that my friend is hosting a gathering."

"Okay," I agreed, nodding.

Joseph still felt a little uncertain as he looked at me. He didn't understand why my behavior had done a complete 180. However, there was nothing that he could do. After all, he was the one who was running out of time.

Madison was also at the gathering. She rolled her eyes when she saw me.

"Madison, are your eyes cramping?" I asked her bluntly.

"Huh?" She looked bewildered.

"Why did you roll your eyes at me? If you do it again, I'll poke your eyes out."

Madison shot to her feet, but Joseph forced her back into her seat. "Madison, don't be so childish."

Madison's eyes had reddened from fury. "How dare you speak to me like that, Joseph!"

I lifted my hand and slapped her hard across her cheek, causing everyone present to freeze. Madison cradled her cheek while Joseph's expression twisted.

"Lucy!" Madison exclaimed. "How dare you slap me!"