Chapter 28

Jasper thought momentarily before responding flatly, "No need. If she wants to come along, let her." As they reached the dormitory's first floor, they spotted a woman waiting there. She had short hair, thick eyebrows, and big eyes. She wore a red dress with a yellow scarf tied around her neck, white leather high heels, and a leather bag. She exuded a distinctive fashionable vibe typical of women from Guclesh. Her demeanor radiated confidence and pride. It was a pride unique to the children of officials—a sense of superiority accumulated from childhood. Sophie McClure had already seen Jasper's photo countless times, so she recognized him immediately. She approached him with a bright smile and said, "You must be Mr. Jasper Locke! I'm Sophie McClure, the new doctor at the base. I'm looking forward to working with you." Jasper's expression remained impassive as he looked at her, simply acknowledging her with a nod. Sophie had heard about his aloof personality, but she didn't expect hi