Chapter 51

Amelia, who was still holding me, overheard Samuel's comment. I saw her eyes widen in disbelief, and then she turned as if she was about to march over and confront him. I quickly grabbed her hand and shook my head. In my previous life, Amelia had been targeted in retaliation for standing up for me, and I didn't want her to go through that again. My problems were mine to deal with. Besides, Samuel's words no longer had the power to hurt me. Amelia reluctantly led me away, her steps heavy with frustration. Once we reached the dorm building, she took a few deep breaths before speaking. She said, "Who was that guy? He was completely out of line! He said he was giving you something to get you to go, but then he made it sound like you were doing it for money. He put it in such a disgusting way." "He's from the Jackman family," I explained. "Amelia, don't get involved with them. I don't need you to do anything for me. If you see them, just avoid them." "He's from a rich family?" she a