Chapter 644

After returning to school, Willow immediately went to request leave from her academic advisor and Professor Grant. She needed to accompany Aiden and Elder Garcia back to Five Gate Village. Aside from worrying about Aiden's emotional state and Elder Garcia's health, she also wanted to witness firsthand the downfall of that despicable Nate. Willow had always been an outstanding student—she had entered university as the top scorer in the national college entrance exams, and her first monthly test results far surpassed her peers. So when her advisor, Hugh Young, heard she needed leave due to family matters, he agreed without hesitation. As for Professor Grant, she planned to ask for leave when she went to the lab that afternoon. But the thought gave her a headache. Professor Grant had already been dissatisfied with the limited time she spent in the lab, accusing her of not being focused enough. Ever since they began research on the Spiritual Spring formula, he had practically been dragging