"Since you are my stepmother, I will give you a day," Avery said coldly and stepped out of the café.

Back at the event hall, both Elliot and Wesley were looking rather drunk after only having a few glasses to drink.

"Mr. Brook, I heard that Professor Hough had a secret student," asked Elliot casually as he poured Wesley another glass.

Wesley looked at him and flushed. "Where did you hear that, Mr. Foster?"

Elliot lifted his glass and touched Wesley's. "You only need to tell me yes or no, Mr. Brook."

Wesley took a sip and responded in a troubled tone. "I'm sorry, but I cannot disclose any personal information regarding Professor Hough."

"Professor Hough has passed away. Besides, it's not like it's something to be ashamed of."

"What if that person doesn't wish to be found?"

Elliot's eyes lit up and he said, "So, Professor Hough did have a secret student."

The person Wesley was referring to had to be the mysterious student.

Wesley picked up his glass and took another sip.

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