Chapter 6 Inside the silver RV , the entire space was filled with a sense of oppression . The man was attending an online meeting . He had the refined features typical of a young aristocrat , his hair neatly combed back to reveal a broad forehead , as if he were a work of art . His eyes were deep and sharp , as if they could see straight through a person's heart . He spoke fluent Hebrew , then switched seamlessly to English . " Don't play those childish tricks with me . They're even more naive than fairy tales . " " Grandfather entrusted this task to me because I can handle it better than my brothers who are far When the meeting ended , he closed his laptop , and the atmosphere grew even more stifling . away overseas . " His brows were tightly furrowed , a flicker of inexplicable emotion passing through his eyes as he picked up a report card from beside him . With perfect scores in all subjects and ranking first in the finance department , the sponsored admit to Wintervale Academy - Darlene . As the president , Leander could easily obtain anyone's background information . Menu Darlene jogged along the downstream side of the artificial lake , panting , and finally spotted the ID badge floating on the water at the far end . Several small wooden boats were docked by the lakeside . She untied the rope on one of the boats , only to find that a card was required to unlock it . She looked around , searching for something . " Are you looking for this ? " The boy gave a well - behaved smile , holding a brand - new fishing net in his hand . At some point , he had already appeared behind her . Darlene's heart skipped a beat . It was Alaric . He smiled brightly and explained , " I took a shortcut to catch up with you . Do you want me to help ? retrieving things . " Loften fish at home - I'm really good at Darlene raised her eyebrows ; she couldn't quite connect the image of a sunny , cheerful scion with that of a fishing expert . Alaric's eyes sparkled like a puppy's , his cheeks flushed , making him look especially well - behaved . Darlene met his gaze for a moment , then quickly looked away and started walking toward the security office . " Don't go . " Alaric hurried after her . " Just now my brother almost ran into you . I'm apologizing on his behalf . " Darlene knew he meant no harm . He was different from the others, sharing the same ill - fated destiny as her - both doomed to die young In the original plot , Alaric was not the male lead , but he was Desmond's younger brother In her eyes , the future Desmond was more terrifying than a ghost - uthless and cruel , willing to tum against everyone , a true villain . Thank you , but there's no need = " Just as she was about to speak , Alaric looked at her with obedient , expectant eyes , then suddenly bent down and leaned in closer . " Don't pay attention to those people from the Disciplinary Committer . When Mr. Rowland arrives , I'll tell him what they did . They'll be punished . " Alaric was quick and efficient , nothing like a pampered scion He untied the rope and leaped onto the small boat before Darlene could stop him . He rolled up his sleeves , revealing a fair arm with faintly visible muscles and veins beneath the skin . ReelShort - Stream Drama & TV The Of Funding < Chapter 6 He rowed the boat to the center of the lake and retrieved the ID badge . He even wiped the ID badge repeatedly with a handkerchief , making sure it was perfectly clean before handing it to Darlene . " Try it . If it doesn't work , I'll go with you to get a replacement . There are a lot of unpleasant people at the academy - just ignore them . " " But Lucian will protect you , right ? You two grew up together , after all . " " He's the heir . " Darlene shook her head . " Mrs . Calder is my employer . " Alaric's lips curled slightly , a barely noticeable hint of delight flashing through his heart . " If you run into any trouble , you can come to me . " Darlene looked up again . The boy was impeccably dressed , his air of nobility unmistakable , and his smile was utterly sincere : " I won't bully you . I never bully anyone . " Darlene believed him . He was one of the few normal people in this world . Unfortunately , good people never live long . As soon as he finished speaking , his phone suddenly rang . He glanced at the caller ID , and his " My brother's looking for me . I have to go . " " Thank you . " Darlene said softly . A blush flashed quickly across Alaric's cheeks , and he waved before dashing off . expression changed slightly . He ran far away , while Darlene remained standing where she was , gazing in the direction he had left , lost in thought . Alaric looked back once more and saw a gentle smile appear on the girl's face . He couldn't help but smile as well . Menu AD ReelShort - Stream Drama & TV