Chapter 4

Williana immediately put on a pitiful look, and her eyes became red-rimmed. "Professor Gould, I... I just wanted to give Stephanie some advice. The GalaxSea Award is so competitive, and I was worried she might be under too much stress…"

"I know better than you do whether my students can handle pressure or not," Ildefonso cut her off as his gaze swept sternly over her and the students behind her. "Furthermore, in my class, I expect to hear discussions about design, not these meaningless rumors and gossip. If this happens again, I will request the department to revoke your eligibility…