Chapter 406

Celeste immediately spotted Helen as she entered the classroom. This time, Celeste quickly hid behind her book. She hoped to fly under the radar and avoid Helen's notice. After witnessing Margaret's ordeal, Celeste had learned her lesson. She knew it was best to steer clear of any drama with Helen at college. Celeste took the initiative to approach Helen and apologize. "I messed up. I shouldn't have spread those rumors about you. I realize it must have hurt you, and I don't want us to be enemies. I'm truly sorry." At that moment, Helen was engrossed in her assignment. She frowned upon hearing Celeste's words before looking up sharply. She retorted, "Are you trying to play nice now?" Celeste quickly denied it and said, "No, I mean it. I want us to get along as classmates from now on." Helen brushed off Celeste's attempt at conversation and focused on her assignment. However, Celeste couldn't shake off the feeling of unease after being ignored. "Please, Helen. Say something. You'