Chapter 27 The girl's eyes sparkled with excitement , and she looked thrilled beyond words . Sarah couldn't help but smile . " Yes , that's me . I never expected the professors would wait for my return . " As her words sank in , the crowd erupted in amazement , especially the psychology students . וד Everyone in the department knew about the legendary senior student - not just academically brilliant , but clinically gifted beyond precedent . A once - in - a - generation talent . When she'd been forced to leave just before graduation , declaring she wouldn't be returning , all the professors , even the dean , had come together to grant her an indefinite academic leave , hoping she'd someday come back . It was something completely unprecedented . It was their way of saying how much they valued her . Remembering those days , Sarah's eyes softened with warmth . The students around her were buzzing with excitement . " So it's really her ? I can't believe it ! I even had the chance to read one of her papers - it's a masterpiece ! " " If Sarah is really that legendary student , then she's overqualified ! She could be a licensed counselor anywhere , let alone here as a college counselor . Her talent and experience are legendary . I even heard she once worked with the police to help solve cases ! " " My idol is now my teacher ! This is incredible ! Ever since the professor showed us her exam papers , I've dreamed of meeting her , and now it's actually Sarah … " As the tide of admiration shifted toward Sarah , the students looked at her with awe . Lucy , however , was livid , glaring furiously at the round - faced girl . any proof ! " You're saying she's that legendary senior ? You must be blind if you can't even tell people apart . You don't have an You're just helping her use that legend as a cover ! " Lucy simply couldn't believe Sarah could be that brilliant . If she were , how could she have endured so much humiliation in the Chancer family for all those years ? The round - faced girl's cheeks turned red , clearly upset . " You're lying ! I'm telling the truth - Sarah * is * that legendary student ! " " Oh really ? " Lucy scoffed , crossing her arms . " Then let her prove it . " Sarah said nothing , just giving Lucy a cool glance . She could provide proof if she wanted , but she didn't see the need to disturb her professors over petty accusations from the Chancer family's foolish daughter . Seeing Sarah's silence , Lucy took it as a sign she had no proof , and her confidence grew . " What's wrong ? Can't prove you're this supposed legend ? Trying to steal someone else's identity … " 1/2 TID BONuus " Who said she can't prove it ? " A dignified , raspy voice cut through the crowd . Everyone turned , their eyes landing on a scholarly , refined middle - aged man who was now looking at Sarah . " Oh my gosh ! Professor Carter's here ! " someone whispered . It was Dr Barrett Carter , the beloved vice - dean of the psychology department . Respected and admired by countless students , he was often called a " mentor figure " for his wisdom and kindness . Professor Carter approached the group , looking at Sarah with warmth and pride . " You've finally come back . " " Professor , " Sarah replied softly , her voice filled with respect . Seeing the approving expression on her former mentor's face stirred mixed emotions in her . She couldn't help but feel a pang of regret . How foolish she'd been to throw away so much potential for a marriage that was never worth it . If she hadn't wasted all those years with the Chancer family , sacrificing her dreams for a man , how different might her life have been now ?