NovelBookChapter 69 Chapter 69 The elementary school was an old building, and although it had been renovated over the years, the windows and dours still let in drafts. Sitting near the window or door meant enduring cold gusts of wind sneaking through the gaps-especially in the dead of winter. Ryan knew this all too well and understood that Ninawas intentionally targeting Clara because of him.
If he weren't still enjoying his fun, and if it weren't the wrong tto burn bridges with Nina Pushing those thoughts aside, Ryan decided to play the good guy. "Ms. Salford, why don't you take my desk instead? It's against the wall, so it's much warmer during winter. This one by the window and dont can get drafty, and I'd hate for you to catch a cold." He gestured toward the spot across from Nina's desk Before Clara could even respond, Mina immediately jumped in.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"That's not going to work," she snapped, "You have so much stuff on your desk, it'll be a hassle to move. We also need to discuss work regularly. It wouldn't make sense for you to sit farther away." Ryan glanced at Clara, reluctant to back down, and started to protest. "not "It's fine." Clara cut him off. "I don't mind sitting here. I'll be fine, really Just then, the door realad open, and Ethan walked in with us asual wann, easy-going smile.
"thaven't even stepped inside, and I'm already hearing you all chatting. What's going on?" he asked casually, but his presence carried an unspoken authority.
Walking over to Clara's side, Ethan gave off a quiet but undeniable air of support.
Clara greeted him politely, explaining, "We were just discussing where I should sit." Ethan had been busy the past few days and hadn't been able to stop by. Hearing the conversation just now, he glanced at the desk by the window. For a brief moment, his eyes flashed with a cold disdain, though his expression quickly returned to its usual calin. "Sitting bythe window in winter can be pretty uncomfortable, Ethan said with a smile. There's enough room to set up another desk of mine. If you don't mind, you can sit across from me. I'll make it easier to collaborate on anything you need " Nina's eyes widened, her lips trembling as she bit down hard to keep from saying something. Why was Ethan helping her, too? She knew Ethan's background well. Even Ryan treated him with respect, so she didn't dare openly challenge hum. But still. Ethan was married! Why was he going out of his way for this worn? She couldn't help but label Clara as a shameless woman.
Clara, for her part, recognized Ethan's offer as a way to defuse the situation. She gave him a grateful smile and said, "Thank you, Mr. Stone." Erhan retumed the smile and called Ryan over to help move the desk Byan quickly stepped forward to assist. Once the desk was set up, Ethan offered to take Clara to the administrative office to pick up ssupplies.
Ryan tried to tag along, but clara politely declined, leaving him behind. Nisa, seizing the opportunity, reminded him about his upcoming class. Begrudgingly, Ryan gave up on following them and beaded off to his classroom.
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After collecting her supplies, Clara returned to the office and spent her free torganizing her space. She also pulled out her lesson plan to review it one more The first period ended before she knew it, and her second period was scheduled for a 3rd grade Zanese class
Taking her book and notes, Clara made her way to the classroomm Standing at the door, she took a deep breath to steady herself. "You've got this," she told herself silently Pushing open the door, the stepped inside.
The classroom was abuzz with later and laughter as the kids played. But the moment someone called out, "The teacher's her here!" The room tell silent. Every child turned to look at Clara, their eyes wide withcuriosity and anticipation.
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