Chapter 8
In a matter of minutes, Eliana’s reputation had hit rock bottoms.
Thanks to Willow’s scheming and well–timed lies, everyone now believed Eliana was some kind of twisted villain.
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Walking alongside the teacher, Eliana listened as he said politely, “Miss Davis, your mother is a renowned opera singer and one of our most distinguished alumnae. Having you join Isonstead University’s acting department is truly an honor for us!”
“Coming to Isonstead University has always been my dream, and it has nothing to do with my mother, Eliana replied calmly.
“If there’s ever anything you need, feel free to come to me for help. The teacher chuckled softly before adding, “Though I suppose Fm joking. Your father is one of the school’s board members–there’s little I could do for you that you can’t manage yourself.”
I’m just here to study like everyone else, so cut me some slack with the special treatment, alright? It’d just feel weird.”
The teacher raised an eyebrow, clearly surprised.
Most kids from well–off families usually wasted no time demanding special treatment on day one, but Eliana! She was doing the exact opposite.
If the teacher hadn’t accidentally caught a glimpse of her family background on her application, he never would’ve guessed that her mother was none other than the legendary opera diva, Lucy Davis, and her father, the powerhouse business mogul Sebastian Davis, straight out of Dratora City. With a pedigree like that, Eliana could’ve easily pulled strings for special treatment. But no–her modesty was a breath of fresh air, especially compared to someone like Willow, who couldn’t go five minutes without shoving her family name in everyone’s face.
The teacher’s opinion of Eliana shot up on the spot. “Alright then, I won’t push. If you need help getting around campus, just let me know–I’ll have someone show you the ropes”
Just then, a group of t
The teacher noticed them and shouted, “Roman, get over here for a second!”
tall, striking sophomores from the acting department walked down the hallway toward them,
At the sound of that name, Eliana’s back stiffened.
Slowly, she turned her head and saw a handsome young man stridi
striding toward them.
Before her journey through time, Eliana had been deeply in love with Roman. From the moment she first saw him at the university’s freshman pany, she’d fallen for him instantly,
Roman came from a prestigious family and skyrocketed to fame with his debut film, which earned him numerous awards and cemented his place as one of the most renowned actors in the entertainment industry.
The following year, Willow debuted and starred alongside him in her first movie. Their pairing generated a whirlwind of dating rumors. At first, fans assumed it was a publicity stunt for the film, but the truth eventually came to light.
Willow accidentally posted a photo of herself and Roman in bed on Twitter. The slip–up exposed their relationship, and Roman decided to stop handing it, publicly confirming their romance.
Eliana had loved Hornan in silence for years, quietly holding onto her feelings. When she entered the entertainment industry, her greatest dream was to our day act alongside him
Even if it
it was just as an insignificant side character, it would have been enough for her
Shed nearly gutten her chance. Her very first role after graduation had been on the verge of securing her a part opposite Roman. But Willow had snatched that opportunity right out from under her
Though hati never confessed her feelings to anyone, Willow somehow knew. Using Elian could, ultimately winning has heart
cumming schemes, she had gotten close to Roman before
In her past life, Eliana had agonized over how t
things had gone so wrong, unable to figure it out.
But now, she knew the truth Willow was a tune traveler, someone who had knowledge of the future. That was how she’d managed to steal the upperlund
Strangely enough, seeing Roman now didn’t stir the same feelings in Eliana as it once had. Her heart remained calm.
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Chapter 8
Eliana dowly averted her gaze as Roman approached the teacher and said, “Hello, Mr. Flores.”
The teacher. Samuel Flores, glanced at Eliana, then said, “Eliana, this is Roman. He’s also in the acting department. I’ll have him show you around the campus.”
Roman’s eyes fell on Eliana, and he smiled. “Hello,”
But Eliana didn’t acknowledge him. Instead, she turned to Eli and said, “That’s okay. I can look around on my own. Thank you.”
With that, Eliana turned and walked away
way without sparing Roman a second glance.
Roman’s gaze lingered on her retreating figure until she disappeared around the corner.
“Mr. Flores” Roman asked Samuel, is she in your class!”
“Yes, she’s a freshman, and she’s got quite the background, Eli replied with a knowing look.
As the student council president, Roman was well–connected with the faculty and had a great rapport with them. Hearing Eli’s comment, he found his curiosity about Eliana piqued.
Now, b
he was genuinely looking forward to the freshman party that afternoon.
Eliana had barely caught her breath after leaving the building when she saw a familiar group approaching her.
Four figures closed in, and Cameron swaggered along, sandwiched between three men.
on
his left was Thomas, while the other two, Landon Mitchell and Adam Hall, were also some of the most influential figures at the school.
Thomas, dressed in a casual brown baseball jacket, chattered non–stop. “Cameron, what does my cousin look like? You didn’t really leave her behind, did you? Oh no, how am I going to explain this to my dad tonight! I should’ve never let you go pick her up!”
Adam sported and jumped in, “Of course he ditched her. Seriously, Tommy, are you out of your damn mind asking Cameron to pick someone up? Wait, hang on, Cameron? There’s no way you actually went, man. Did you guys strike some kind of shady–ass deal or something?”
Thomas’s face immediately twisted into mock indignation. “Shady deal? What kind of person do you think I am? B sorts thing. I mean… I guess I could suck it up and-
“Shut up” Cameron’s icy glare cut him off mid–sentence.
The four of them laughed and ribbed each other as they walked along.
At the end of the path stood Eliana, and Cameron’s eyes hadn’t left her since spotting her.
The other t
three noticed her as they got closer, and their reactions couldn’t have been more dramatic.
“Cameron, are we seriously waiting here for her? Isn’t it tog early? Tommy’s instead?” Adam suggested, still staring around cluelessly.
“She’s standing right in fr
in front of you, Cameron replied with a faint smirk.
But hey, if Cameron’s into that
s cousin probably isn’t even here yet. Should we just head to her class
The three of them frantically glanced around, only to realize that the angelic girl standing in front of them was none other than Thomas’s cousin. Thomas and the o
others were completely floored. They’d been prepared to meet someone plain or downright ugly, but this? This was next–level.
