Chapter 183 Austin’s Other Side
Chapter 183 Austin’s Other Side
On Friday afternoon, right after the last class of the day, Cameron sent a message to Bradley.
Cameron: [Are you heading home today? Or are you staying at Noble Vista tonight? I’ve got something for you.]
She had just stepped out of the dorm when she hit send.
The door to the room opened, and she saw Bradley inside, packing his bag.
At that moment, Bradley’s phone buzzed.
He turned around, locking eyes with Cameron, and then nodded slightly before pulling his phone from his pocket.
After reading her message, he said, “Sure. But I have to stop by the firm first. You go ahead–I’ll meet you later.”
Cameron nodded. “Alright.”
Elijah blinked. “Huh?”
Austin glanced up too.
Bradley didn’t stick around to explain. He grabbed his bag and walked out the door.
Austin watched the door swing shut, curiosity piqued. “What does that mean? You and Brad live together or something?”
Cameron didn’t bother explaining her personal life. She replied coolly, “Doesn’t mean anything.”
With that, she started packing her things as well.
Austin gave a small nod and didn’t press the issue.
He wasn’t Xander–he knew how to respect boundaries.
If Cameron didn’t want to talk, then he had no business asking.
Elijah, on the other hand, looked at Cameron thoughtfully.
‘What exactly is going on between him and Bradley? They clearly share something–maybe a secret.’
But even though curiosity tugged at him, he said nothing.
If Cameron wanted him to know, she’d tell him.
Once Cameron was done packing, she gave a polite wave to the two still in the room. “Later. See you Sunday,” she said. “Cameron,” Elijah called, grabbing his bag and walking after her, “your family’s not picking you up? I can take you home.” Cameron stopped and smiled. “Thanks, Elijah, but I’m just grabbing a cab.”
Austin quickly chimed in, “Cam, want a ride? I’ve got my car.”
“Appreciate it,” Cameron said, shaking her head, “but no thanks.”
She declined both of them and left the dorm, backpack slung over one shoulder.
Elijah and Austin exchanged a look.
Austin’s chiseled features curved into a teasing smile. “Eli, I think you care about Cam more than you realize.”
Elijah froze for a second.
‘Care about him? Do I?‘
He didn’t answer the comment. Instead, he said simply, “I’m heading out.”
With that, Elijah turned and left the dorm.
Austin stared at the door, rubbing his chin, an amused look playing on his face.
But just then, his phone buzzed in his pocket.
And the smirk disappeared. He picked up, voice turning cold and sharp. “Yeah.”
“Sir, I’m parked outside your school,” came a calm voice on the other end–it was Vincent, the middle–aged man assigned to watch over him.
“Wait there. I’m coming now,” Austin said curtly.
“Yes, sir,” Vincent replied.
Outside Langford Academy, a white Bentley was marked at c
Successfully unlocked!
Vincent stood respectfully by the rear door, opening it as Austin E he. “Sir,” Vincent greeted.
But Austin’s attention was fixed across the street.
Cameron was surrounded by three or four tall, athletic–looking guys. She looked small in comparison–and like she might be in trouble.
Chapter 183 Austin’s Other Side
Austin’s gaze lingered for a beat and then turned icy. Without a word, he ducked into the Bentley.
“Drive,” he said coldly.
“Yes, sir,” Vincent replied.
Austin pulled a pill from his bag, popped it into his mouth, and chased it with a gulp of bottled water.
In the rearview mirror, Vincent glanced at him with concern. “Sir, you’re still taking that medication? It’s really damaging your body.”
Austin gave a bitter laugh. “Do I have a choice? If I stop, I won’t make it.”
Vincent fell silent.
