CHAPTER 28: CHAPTER 28: DO YOU REALLY WANT ME TO GO TO IMPERIA UNIVERSITY?

"I understand, Fifth Brother,"

Cassia Everett, with teary eyes, ran up to the second floor crying, but she moved especially slowly, clearly waiting for Niall Everett to come upstairs and comfort her.

Unfortunately, Niall Everett’s attention was entirely focused on Serena, completely ignoring Cassia Everett.

"Serena, you did really well just now. In the future, whenever you encounter such situations, handle them like this, so no one can bully you! You are my sister, and from now on, I will protect you. If you’re ever bullied, tell me, and I’ll stand up for you!"

His reputation as the little overlord of Imperia was well-earned! If anyone dared to bully his sister, his fists would not stand idly by!

Looking at his demeanor, a wave of warmth surged in Serena’s heart, her long, delicate eyelashes gently fluttering.

Hmm, she could consider letting him train for one less hour today to ease his load a little!

"Serena, I’m genuinely sorry for what happened this morning!" Niall Everett solemnly apologized to her, his handsome face full of guilt, "I didn’t get the facts straight and lost my temper at you. I won’t do it again. Can you forgive me this once?"

Serena could feel his sincerity. He was truly remorseful, so she curved her lips into a gentle smile, her delicate porcelain-white face showing a faint grin.

"I’ve already forgotten about what happened before, and I really liked the gift you gave me, Fifth Brother. Thank you."

Facing her smile, Niall Everett felt breathless, as if his heart might melt, and he couldn’t resist reaching out to ruffle her hair.

His sister was just too well-behaved and sensible!

Upstairs, Cassia Everett watched the scene unfold, almost grinding her teeth to pieces in hatred. In just a short time, Niall Everett was treating Serena, that bitch, so well. She really didn’t know what kind of tricks Serena used!

She absolutely couldn’t let Serena, that bitch, continue like this. She had to find a way to reclaim all their affections for herself...

Meanwhile, Serena received several messages.

[Serena, I heard you came to Imperia. Want to study at Imperia University?]

[Please, Serena, come to Imperia University. You can pick any major you like.]

[Serena, since the Everett Family will send you to school anyway, might as well come to our Imperia University!]

[Serena, are you really not coming to Imperia University? I’m telling you... don’t make me get on my knees to beg!]

Seeing these messages, Serena rubbed her temples with some helplessness, not replying. She hadn’t decided yet whether to study, or which university to attend...

...

By the time evening rolled around, Cassia Everett had already composed herself, no longer showing any sign of her afternoon grievances, incessantly chatting and acting charming with Jocelyn Sterling and Ivan Everett, drawing laughter from them.

She knew very well that in this family, only by pleasing Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling could she gain the most benefits.

"Tomorrow, your short holiday ends, and you’ll have to go back to school!" Ivan Everett turned and looked gently at Serena, "Serena, which school would you like to attend? Tell Dad, and I’ll arrange it for you!"

Jocelyn Sterling also spoke with a smile, "Serena, both Cassia and your Fifth Brother are at Imperia University. Would you like to study at Imperia University too?"

Before Serena could respond, Cassia Everett interjected, "If you can come to Imperia University, I’d be so happy. But Imperia University is a top-tier institution, really strict about admissions, and I’m just worried that you might not pass their entrance exam."

Though expressing concern, Cassia’s eyes were filled with contempt.

Serena, with her pathetic grades from the countryside, wants to get into Imperia University? Dream on!

Upon hearing this, Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling couldn’t help but frown. Imperia University indeed made it difficult to pull strings, but if their darling daughter wanted in, they’d spend whatever it took to get Imperia University’s consent!

If ten billion isn’t enough, they’d go for twenty billion, until Imperia University agreed!

Seeing Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling frown, Cassia Everett felt even more smug. They surely thought now that Serena, that bitch, wasn’t very capable!

She added more sugar-coated words, "It’s too bad, Big Sis. I had hoped we could be in the same school!"

Listening to these words, Serena lazily arched her exquisite brows, then looked at her with a half-smile.

"You really want me to go to Imperia University?"

In the presence of Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling, Cassia naturally couldn’t speak her mind; she smiled sweetly, looking as if she shared a deep bond with Serena.

"Of course, if we could attend the same school, I believe our relationship would only grow stronger!"

Watching Cassia’s pretentious demeanor, Serena’s rosy, moist lips curved into a mocking smile, her tone nonchalant.

"Alright, then I’ll go to Imperia University."

Upon hearing this, Cassia Everett nearly burst into laughter. Did that bumpkin Serena even know what Imperia University was? How dare she speak such boastful words!

She thinks she can just go to Imperia University? Did Imperia University agree to this? It’s ridiculous!

"Serena, you want to go to Imperia University? No problem, leave it to Mom and Dad. We’ll definitely get you into Imperia University!" Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling immediately voiced their support, already planning on contacting the university president with their funds!

But Serena shook her head at them, replying calmly, "No need, Mom and Dad, I have my own way."

As soon as she finished speaking, she took out her phone and casually replied to a message.

The other party instantly replied.

[Serena, you finally agreed to come to Imperia University! Ah, am I dreaming?!]

[No, no, I’m too excited! Serena, you promised me you’d come to Imperia University, you better not go back on it!]

[I’ll handle your admission right away. No chance for you to take it back!]

Just looking at these messages, Serena could imagine how excited the other person was, helplessly curving her red lips.

Uncle Reed was great in every way but just a bit too chatty.

Cassia Everett coldly watched Serena play with her phone, her disdain growing even stronger.

With Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling intervening, there might be a chance for her to get into Imperia University, but Serena saying she has her own way? She wasn’t worried at all.

What could a country bumpkin like her possibly do? She’d never get into Imperia University in her life!

She was just waiting to see Serena, that bumpkin, make a fool of herself when she couldn’t get into Imperia University!

Hearing Serena say she didn’t need their help, Ivan Everett and Jocelyn Sterling were also puzzled, but they chose to trust Serena.

Their precious daughter wasn’t someone who spoke without backing it up. If she said she had a way, they’d believe her. And if she couldn’t manage, then they’d step in to help later!

No matter what Serena did, they would support her!