Chapter 405

Early Sunday morning.

Sebastian Evans's car was parked downstairs.

He was taking Sophia Sullivan to the Atlante residence today.

The old couple had been talking about wanting to meet their grandson's girlfriend for a while now.

They had called to urge him several times.

Sophia did not refuse.

The elderly couple had been genuinely kind to her.

She got up early to prepare.

She even baked low-sugar almond cookies.

She planned to let the elderly couple try them.

Exactly eight o'clock.

Sebastian knocked on the door punctually.

He changed his shoes and entered.

His first question was,

"Have you had breakfast yet?"

Sophia was taken aback.

"Not yet."

"Perfect timing."

He walked naturally towards the kitchen.

"Is there enough for me?"

Sophia nodded.

"I made wonton soup."

"You made them yourself?"

"Yes."

Sebastian took a bite.

His eyes lit up slightly.

"It tastes very good."

Sophia's lips curved into a smile.

Who doesn't like being praised?

As they were leaving.

Sebastian proactively picked up the box of pastries.

Sophia suddenly remembered something.

"Wait a moment."

She quickly walked to the balcony.

Moved a few pots of succulents to a shady spot.

And closed the windows.

"Okay, we can go now."

Sebastian nodded.

The door across the hall suddenly opened.

Alexander Laurent walked out.

The three of them ran into each other.

Sophia smiled and greeted him.

"Good morning, Professor."

Sebastian raised an eyebrow.

"We always seem to run into each other."

"What a coincidence."

Alexander's gaze focused slightly.

He noticed Sophia was still in her loungewear.

Yet Sebastian was already inside her apartment.

She used to be very resistant to this before.

But now...

His knuckles tightened slightly.

His tone remained calm.

"Going out?"

Sebastian nodded.

"To my grandparents' place."

Alexander looked at Sophia.

"Do you need a ride?"

Sophia shook her head.

"No need to trouble you."

"Sebastian will drive."

Alexander's breath hitched.

Sebastian.

She said it so naturally.

Sebastian bid a polite farewell.

"We should get going now."

"The elderly are waiting."

Sophia waved.

"Goodbye, Professor."

Alexander stood where he was.

Watching the two walk away side by side.

His eyes were dark and unreadable.

......

In the laboratory.

Alexander silently checked data.

Professor Quincy Evans sipped soy milk through a straw and came over.

"Yo, you're here early."

Alexander ignored him.

Quincy glanced at the screen.

"Hasn't this data already been checked?"

"You're off your game today."

Alexander remained silent.

Quincy narrowed his eyes.

"Let me guess."

"You're definitely in a bad mood."

"..."

"The research project is fine."

"Nothing's wrong at home either."

"So it must be a matter of the heart!"

Alexander's movements paused.

Quincy jumped up.

"I knew it!"

"Is it because of little Sophia?"

Alexander looked up.

"Don't talk nonsense."

"Stop pretending."

Quincy pursed his lips.

"You think I can't see what's on your mind?"

Alexander frowned.

"Watch your words."

"She still has to focus on her studies."

Quincy shrugged.

"Relax."

"I know my limits."

"I won't say anything out of line."

Alexander's expression softened slightly.

Quincy leaned in closer.

"Can you tell me now?"

"..."

"Did you two have a fight?"

Alexander shook his head.

"No."

"Then is she giving you the cold shoulder?"

"Not that either."

Quincy clapped his hands.

"I get it now!"

"There's a love rival!"

Alexander pressed his lips together.

"Stop making wild guesses."

"Who's making wild guesses?"

Quincy raised an eyebrow.

"Your reaction makes it obvious."

"Alex."

He said with deep feeling.

"If you like her, go after her."

"If you keep dragging your feet, she'll be gone."

Alexander's heart clenched.

"I tried."

Quincy's eyes widened.

"You really went for it?"

"When?"

Alexander turned his face away.

"She said her studies come first."

Quincy stamped his foot.

"Oh no!"

"That's a gentle rejection!"

Alexander insisted.

"She was telling the truth."

Quincy sighed.

"Then who is she close to now?"

Alexander was silent.

"Can't bring yourself to say it?"

"It's not about being close."

Quincy was puzzled.

"Then what is it?"

"It's just that she's suddenly become very... particular towards someone."

Just who is Sebastian Evans?

Why does he get to be the exception for her?