Chapter 96

"What I do is none of your business, Mister Waldorf. You should worry about your own situation." Pearl retorted, not wanting to back down and resorting to hurtful words. Richard wiped his lips with a napkin and said, "I'm only taking care of you because of my dad's orders. I have no interest in being a busybody." "If you're not interested, then don't do it," Pearl shot back, her annoyance growing. Mobius walked out of his room, noticing the tense atmosphere between them. "Why are you both frowning so early in the day? You're not enemies." Pearl dismissed it, saying, "Nothing is going on, Mobius. Time for breakfast. I'll help you study in your room later." Mobius nodded, quickly finished his meal, and returned to his room. He clutched his pen tightly, clearly anxious. "I don't think I've learned much in the past six months, Pea. Do you think I can finish this?" "Of course not," Pearl answered honestly. Mobius sighed. "What's going to happen? Am I going to fail?" Pearl sighe