Darius put his phone back into his pocket and went back to his work.

Edward interrupted, saying, “Mr. Reid, I think you should settle the matter with Kingston University right now. To save time, I mean.”

Darius’ fingers left the keyboard of his laptop as he leaned back. He looked straight ahead, his gaze empty. It was as though he was in a daze. However, his mind was working in a frenzy.

Edward bit his lip and went silent, quietly standing behind Darius.

Time passed in the blink of an eye. Jus