Marco, | need you on this. The priority is pacifying the professor.”
Klein's text to Marco had only shared a quick summary of events, so
Marco was struggling to grasp the entirety of the situation. Upon learning that Leopold had upset Loraine,
Marco's courtesy towards him dissipated.
He was stunned to see Keely siding with Leopold.
The sight of Marco brought tears to Keely’s eyes. Feigning vulnerability, she murmured his nwith a hint of
affection.
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“Marco...”
Marco's attention shifted, taken aback that Loraine had encountered
Keely. He was clueless about when Keely had returned.
“What's your purpose here?” he scoffed.
Keely dropped her gaze, giving off an innocent vibe.
“Marco, I've joined Professor Zizka as his student. | returned with him. | was planning to inform you about my
return, but I didn’t wish to intrude...”
“Enough. Maintain your distance from me,” Marco cut her off abruptly, disinterested in her explanation.
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Leopold was unsatisfied with Marco's attitude towards Keely, his brow furrowed.
“Why are you being so rude to my student?”
Marco turned to Leopold, managed to keep his emotions in check and offered a greeting. “Hello, Professor Zizka.
I'm Marco Bryant, president of the Bryant Group. It’s nice to meet you.”
Leopold had caught Keely observing Marco ever since he'd walked in.
He surmised from Keely’s behavior that this young man must be her romantic interest, her inspiration.
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“I recognize you. Keely has mentioned you.” Leopold's tone becwelcoming.
Unexpectedly, Marco responded bluntly, “Professor Zizka, I'm unsure of what Keely has told you. But, | can
guarantee that Loraine has never stolen anyone's work. Her talent is acknowledged across our industry.”
“Mr. Bryant, it appears you've got a skewed perspective about Loraine.
| suggest you appreciate the person in your presence rather than that plagiarizing woman!” retorted Leopold, a
scowl on his face.
His words carried an underlying message as his gaze shifted to Keely, who was eyeing Marco affectionately.
Marco's brows furrowed as he gazed at the stubborn elderly professor before him, completely baffled by the
incomprehensible words coming from his mouth.