Chapter 610

The Miller family car moved steadily out of the residential area, the engine humming softly beneath the quiet.

Inside, the atmosphere was calm-neither awkward nor entirely relaxed. Althea let the car’s audio play softly in the background, filling the silence without overwhelming it.

Eli sat by the window, her hands clasped tightly in her lap. Every now and then, her gaze drifted outside- to passing buildings, rows of trees, the slow rhythm of traffic. SunCity looked the same as always.

But her thoughts were nothing but.

Today… felt different.

There were so many things she wanted to ask. About the school. About how she would be introduced. About whether the people there already knew her background. Even something as simple as… whether she would fit in.

But every question stopped at the edge of her mind.

She swallowed them all.

It wasn’t that she didn’t want to know-she just didn’t dare to ask. The hesitation she felt toward Althea was still too strong. She was afraid her questions would sound too much. Afraid of being a burden. Afraid… of stepping too far, as if she already had the right to know everything.

When she knew she didn’t.

Not yet.

Her fingers tightened unconsciously, her gaze returning to the window as if the passing scenery could quiet the restless thoughts inside her.

The curiosity remained-but Eli chose silence.

At least for now.

Beside her, Althea sat composed and quiet. She hadn’t spoken much since they left, only glancing at Eli from time to time-subtle, careful, making sure the girl was okay without making her feel watched.

“If you feel uncomfortable,” Althea said gently, breaking the silence, “we can go back anytime.”

Eli turned to her immediately. “No,” she answered quickly, then softened. “I… want to see it.”

A faint smile touched Althea’s lips. “Alright.”

The silence returned-but this time, it felt lighter,

A few minutes later, the car slowed and came to a stop in front of a large gate with a sleek, modern design. The school’s name stood neatly displayed on the right side, framed by a well-maintained garden.

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Eli stared at it, unmoving.

“This…” she murmured under her breath.

“The school my husband mentioned,” Althea replied softly.

Even after the door was opened for her, Eli didn’t step out right away. She remained seated for a moment, eyes fixed on the building ahead. It wasn’t overly flashy-but it was clean, orderly, and… peaceful.

So different from Saint Loisse.

“Eli?” Althea called gently.

Eli gave a small nod and finally stepped out of the car. Her movements were slow, as if each step carried thoughts she hadn’t fully let go of.

Before they could walk any further, a staff member approached with a professional smile. He wore a neat suit, an ID badge hanging from his chest.

“Good morning, Mrs. Althea,” he greeted politely. “We’ve been expecting you. Our staff will park your car in the guest area.”

Althea her head was slightly inclined. “Thank you.”

The staff member signaled the Miller family driver to guide the car toward a side lane. Not far from them,

a small vehicle-like the kind used for touring large properties-was already waiting.

“To make things easier, we’ll take you around using this vehicle,” the staff member explained.

Eli glanced at it briefly. It was simple, open on the sides, but comfortable enough to navigate what was clearly a large school campus.

They climbed in. Althea took her seat first, and Eli followed, sitting beside her. Meanwhile, the car that had brought them there slowly drove off toward the designated parking area.

The small vehicle began to move, rolling gently along the school’s main road.

“On your left is the academic building for middle-level students,” the driver said in a friendly tone. “Most of the core classes are held there.”

Eli followed his gesture. The building looked modern, with wide windows and a small garden out front. A few students walked by with books in their hands, chatting quietly-no loud voices, no chaos.

“And on your right,” he continued, “that’s the laboratory building. All the science and research facilities are located there.”

Eli looked more closely this time. There was something about this place that felt… different. More structured. More focused.

The vehicle continued forward at an unhurried pace.

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“At the back, we have the sports field and an outdoor learning garden,” he added. “They’re usually used for outdoor activities or group discussions.”

A light breeze brushed against Eli’s face as they moved. She didn’t say anything, but her eyes followed every corner they passed.

Slowly, the tightness in her chest began to shift-blending with something else.

Curiosity.

Something she could no longer ignore.

A few minutes later, the vehicle came to a stop in front of the main lobby. Tall glass doors stood elegantly in a minimalist design, reflecting the soft glow of sunlight.

“This way, please,” the staff member said.