Chapter 43

Nicole stepped forward. “Luna, why do you care about him? Didn’t Patrick say that he has no right to do anything? Come on. Let’s get registered and find a good seat before the meeting starts!”

“Play,” Luna glanced at Wyatt coldly. “Wyatt, could you please step aside?”

Her distant and indifferent attitude made Wyatt feel uneasy, and he instinctively reached out to grab her. This wasn’t the Luna he knew. The Luna he knew was always obedient and would never defy him or say something so hurtful.

“Wyatt!” Mia grabbed Wyatt’s hand as he reached toward Luna.

“Since Luna has left the team, she will naturally represent her new team in the competition. And, from what I know, only two members of Professor Wilder’s original team are still involved. Her joining gave them eligibility, and I understand that she’s eager to prove herself quickly.”

“Those two don’t even have the qualifications to compete. Luna’s joining the team—I get it.”

“I know you’re worried that she might get upset if she doesn’t get the desired results without enough time to work with her new teammates. That’s why you want to convince her to quit.”

“Wyatt, you’re only thinking of her, but someone so determined to prove herself may not kindly take your advice. Rather than pushing her and making her upset, it might be better just to wait and see.”

“I’m sure when she faces difficulties and doesn’t get the desired results, she will remember how good you’ve been to her!”

Embarrassed and somewhat angry, Wyatt was completely calmed by Mia’s comforting words. This was the kind of considerate junior he appreciated—unlike Luna, who had left the team and now wanted to challenge, disrespect, and oppose him in public. It was simply outrageous.

Mia was right. He couldn’t wait to see what Luna, after leaving Wilson’s team, would be able to accomplish in such an obscure field. How dare she ignore him and think she could prove herself in a competition? She was dreaming.

“You’re right,” Wyatt agreed, his tone growing darker. “Since she won’t listen to reason, I don’t mind helping her realize the truth faster. She needs to understand that without us, she’s nothing!”

A sinister smile tugged at the corners of his mouth, entirely at odds with his usual calm demeanor.

Mia was momentarily stunned. “Wyatt?”

“Enough. Grab the materials and find a seat. The opening ceremony is about to start. Pay attention to the rules and come up with something innovative. We need to make an impression, understand?”

She awkwardly forced a smile. “Got it, Wyatt!”

Shouldn’t that be the seniors’ job? Why was it falling on her? Mia felt a bit frustrated—was it because of Luna? Maybe Wyatt wanted her to outshine Luna, especially since the innovative ideas her seniors devised felt like overkill. It almost seemed unfair.

Thinking this way, Mia felt a little better, but…

“I heard that Rhett has some past successes. He almost joined Professor Hanley’s team before, but after joining Professor Wilder’s team, he achieved a lot.”

“Now that he’s on the same track as Luna, do you think they’ve already planned out the competition’s innovative ideas? Maybe they didn’t sign up earlier because they didn’t have enough people?”

Wyatt scoffed. “A defeated opponent like him? Why are you so worried? Are you afraid I’ll push the idea of innovation onto you?”

Wyatt shot her a dismissive glance. “Mia, the seniors on our team aren’t just for show. We brought out the top student, Luna.”

“Naturally, we’ll help you rise as well. Not only will your academic progress soar, but if you’re obedient, you’ll be showered with certificates and awards.”

Mia smiled with joy. “Thank you, Wyatt!”

She knew it—Luna’s achievements couldn’t have come from her own abilities. They were surely due to Wilson and the seniors. As long as she played her cards right, her future would shine brighter, and the achievements she gained would only grow from there.