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Whispers Across the Moon 4
When I woke up in the morning, I saw Trevis staring blankly at the acceptance letter. However, even in my groggy state, I knew that there was no money left at home. What about Trevis's tuition fee?So, I made up my mind to go out and earn some money. He didn't stop me. That day, I scoured the neighborhood, collecting numerous cardboard boxes and scraps from trash bins. By evening, I sold them to the scrap dealer, and he handed me four dollars and thirty-six cents.When I returned home and pushed the door open, I found Trevis still seated at the table, gazing at the acceptance letter, lost in thought. It seemed as if he hadn't moved all day.I walked over, proudly handed him the money, and said, "Trevis, from now on, I'll take care of you."I didn't understand money, but I knew that four dollars and thirty-six cents was a significant sum. It could buy me at least forty candies!As for Trevis, he stared at the crumpled banknote in his hand, lost in thought. He placed his
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The following day, Trevis instructed me not to wander and left. I followed his instructions and continued collecting recyclables near our neighborhood to earn some money.When Trevis returned, he was wearing clean white clothes with "Hotel Service Staff" written on the back.I had a vague feeling that he had started working.Soon, he received his wages and took me to various important places, including the police station, schools, and government offices.People said Trevis was helping me with ID registration and school enrollment.This process turned out to be quite tedious, with Trevis working hard during the day and running errands all over town.Yet, he always made sure to check on me before resting, ensuring I was asleep and safe.A month later, all the elementary and middle schools in the city were gearing up for the new school year. On that particular day, Trevis opted not to wear his work uniform. Instead, he dressed in his everyday attire, a crisp white T-shirt paire
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On that day, she stood there in a white dress, her eyes slightly red, staring directly at Trevis."Trevis, why did you give up?" she asked. "Do you know how disappointed Mr. Peterson was when he heard the news? You clearly did so well in your exams!"He sat with his head down against the wall, not uttering a word.The girl persisted, "What about me? I worked so hard to get into Harvard just to be with you at the same university. Why are you giving up?"She took out a check from her bag and approached Trevis, placing it in his hand."I know about Mrs. Lewis… Here's some money for your college expenses. You don't have to repay me, but..."Trevis finally reacted. He pushed her away and handed the check back."Lucy, thank you for your kindness, but I can't accept this," he said.Lucy covered her face and cried. "You're always like this."I felt a wave of unease. I stepped out of the room and hugged Trevis."Trevis, you mentioned you were going to college, right?" I looked deep
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When I turned sixteen, I secured the ninth position in my grade, earning a spot at a prestigious high school and becoming Trevis's junior. Trevis was elated, praising my exceptional achievement, even though he mentioned how challenging it was to get into his high school. However, it didn't take long for me to realize that despite having graduated from high school three years prior, Trevis remained a legend within the school. He had once earned gold medals in the school's physics, chemistry, and biology competitions. His hundred-meter dash record from the school sports meet still stood unbroken. Whenever I passed by the school's honor roll, I couldn't help but notice Trevis's photo prominently displayed. In the picture, he sported a buzz cut, had sharp and handsome features.I would gaze up at his photo, and it felt as if time had momentarily come to a standstill.Even though we saw each other every day, at that moment, it felt like an insurmountable distance had grown bet
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Trevis continued to pick me up from school every day, but he would take a detour through the alley, avoiding waiting for me at the school gate. I understood his reluctance to face his former teachers because he always felt like he had let them down.On this particular day, one of our teachers was absent, and there was no one supervising the last lesson. Even though it was still early before dismissal, my classmates began to get restless. I didn't know who started it, but in an instant, everyone had left.As I watched the sun begin to set, a sudden idea struck me: Trevis always comes to pick me up after school, why couldn't I do the same for him when he finishes work?Filled with anticipation, I packed my belongings, but before I could leave, I noticed my desk-mate, Linda Pasfield, diligently working on her homework.She was my closest friend at school.I asked her, "Aren't you going home?"The Pasfield family was wealthy. I saw her chauffeur waiting at the school gate for her
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I discreetly made my way to Trevis's workplace, a high-end restaurant. Through the window, I spotted Trevis in his formal attire, stationed at the entrance, warmly welcoming guests. My outstanding Trevis, excelling even as a waiter, and within three years, he had been promoted to a manager by the restaurant's owner.Just as I was about to step inside, a customer by the window suddenly stood up, his voice raised in anger. "This place is absolutely filthy! We found a condom in our hotpot!" He lifted a small, thin pouch with his chopsticks.Trevis' expression changed, and he quickly approached to assess the situation. My heart tightened with worry.After observing for a few moments, Trevis regained his composure and flashed a polite smile. "Sir, I can assure you that this item was not placed by our restaurant."The bearded customer responded with irritation, "Are you suggesting that I put it there myself?"Trevis responded calmly, saying, "Based on the laws of physics, it's impossibl
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I helped Trevis back home and then fetched the first aid kit, carefully tending to his injuries. He noticed my worried expression and let out a small smile.I pretended to be angry and said, "Are you really that happy, Trevis?"He replied, "Kathryn, the fact that you care about me makes me happy."After applying the medication, I realized he had already dozed off, leaning against the couch. As I bent down and observed his tired look, with dark circles under his eyes, I couldn't help but feel sad.My dear Trevis, the journey he’s been through hasn't been easy at all. In the beginning, he was washing dishes in the kitchen, and his hands were so chapped that the skin was about to fall off.Later, he was transferred to the front desk to greet customers, but because he was stubborn and refused to back down, he almost lost his job.But eventually, he learned the ways of the world, climbed the ladder of success step by step, and always showed your true self to me. Only in my presenc
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Even though my brain was telling me how despicable this behavior was, I couldn't control my fingers as they scrolled on the screen.Aside from the time Lucy intruded into our home, three years had passed since I last saw her. However, as I went through her chat history with Trevis, I was genuinely shocked.The records dated back three years.Lucy began reasonably, asking questions and engaging in everyday conversations. But as time went on, she gradually revealed her true colors.At times, she begged Trevis to be with her, and at other times, she hysterically questioned why Trevis didn't like her.Her words were tinged with something abnormal.Trevis rarely responded.He simply said, "Lucy, please leave me alone."Lucy quickly sent a picture, showing a knife pressed against her right wrist."If you block me again, I'll slit it," she threatened. "I've already slit my left hand for you."Trevis remained silent.The chat history was filled with Lucy's incessant chatter. Trevis
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