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Chapter 1447 - Chapter 1447 360 Big Gun Falls from Grace _5

Chapter 1447: 360: Big Gun Falls from Grace! _5 Chapter 1447: 360: Big Gun Falls from Grace! _5 The majesty was unparalleled.

Upon seeing Terrence Lentz, Norma Augus paused for a moment, then shock flitted across her face.

She had originally assumed that Terrence Lentz was a good-for-nothing.

Who could have imagined that this good-for-nothing could present such an alluring exterior?

Norma’s heart pounded at the sight of him.

If she hadn’t researched Terrence’s background in advance, she would have never believed that she was looking at an utterly worthless good-for-nothing.

Because a good-for-nothing wouldn’t possess such an aura.

Phoebe Perryne, standing nearby, also looked surprised.

However, the appearance of Terrence resolved her doubts.

She had originally suspected that Terrance might have some kind of concealed identity.

Now it seemed

that Viola Thompson had simply been captivated by Terrence’s good looks.

All young girls have some romantic notions, especially girls like Viola who are just past adolescence. She was unable to discern what makes a man truly good.

With a handsome face and decent manners, it was no wonder Viola Thompson was infatuated with Terrence.

This must be Mary Perryne’s karma.

What use is her daughter’s competence then?

Wouldn’t she end up marrying a good-for-nothing in the future anyway?

Viola’s fate would be just like Hermosa Brain’s back then — despite being beautiful and well-educated, she lost to Ethel Guarino, who merely had an elementary education.

Though Norma’s attributes weren’t as outstanding as Viola’s,

Norma was clever.

It wouldn’t take long for Norma’s social status to surpass Viola’s.

She would trample Viola under her feet mercilessly.

Crush and trample her underfoot.

With this comforting thought, Phoebe Perryne’s mood improved. She rose and said, “Sister, Viola and your future son-in-law are truly a match made in heaven!”

“Indeed,” Mary Perryne agreed, smiling, “After all, he was hand-picked by our Viola. She wouldn’t make a mistake in her choice.”

Hearing that, Phoebe Perryne nearly burst out laughing.

She wouldn’t make a mistake and yet she chose a good-for-nothing?

This was laughably absurd.

Norma took Viola by the hand and they sat down to chat.

“Dear cousin Viola, when I was abroad, I heard of your fame. You are truly amazing.”

As she finished speaking, Norma changed the topic and turned her gaze towards Terrence, smiling, “Since cousin Viola is so impressive, her future husband must not be too shabby, right? By the way, brother-in-law, which university did you graduate from?”

Once she had spoken.

The room fell silent.

Who in River City didn’t know that Terrence hadn’t even finished junior high?

Clearly, Norma was intentionally ridiculing Terrence.

Terrence spoke in a low, calm voice, “I’m slightly less impressive than Viola. She studied at Capital University whereas I graduated from Eston University.”

Eston University?

Slightly less impressive?

Eston was the only university in the world that could be put on a par with Capital University.

Upon hearing this, not only was Norma shocked, but even the Lentz family stood frozen.

How… how did THEY not know that Terrence graduated from Eston University?

This kid!

Was he bluffing?

Norma tried to suppress the mockery in her eyes, continuing to say, “Your future brother-in-law, you must be amazing! When I was applying for university, I also wanted to get into Eston University, but I fell short. Now when I think back, I regret not studying harder. By the way, do you know Professor Will from Eston University?”

“I know him.” Terrence replied succinctly.

Although she knew that Terrence was bluffing, Norma still feigned surprise, “You actually know Professor Will!”

“Hmm.” Terrence replied with a slight nod.

Norma continued, “It’s a coincidence that I also know Professor Will. He is a very talented person and I haven’t seen him for a long time. We had arranged a video call for 7 p.m. tonight! It’s almost 7 p.m. in Cigacan now.”

There is a seven-hour time difference between Sinian Country and Cigacan.

It was already 7 p.m. over there.

After she finished speaking, Norma took out her phone and dialed Professor Will’s video call.

That’s right.

Norma intended to expose Terrence’s lies.

She wanted to cause Mary Perryne to lose face in front of her mother.

Terrence, however, remained extremely composed.

Mandel Thompson looked at his future brother-in-law, his eyes narrowing slightly.

He was also aware of the rumors that Terrence had not even finished elementary school.

But the state Terrence was in didn’t seem like he was feeling guilty.

…Could it be?

Eleanor Armstrong started to feel anxious. She feared that if Norma really connected the video call with Professor Will, it might make the Thompson Clan lose face.

After careful consideration, Eleanor broke the awkward silence with a chuckle, “Miss Norma, I think there’s a time difference between Cigacan and here. Isn’t it a little inappropriate to bother Professor Will at this time?”

“There’s no need for auntie to worry,” Norma replied tenderly, “I have already arranged this with Professor Will.”

She knew exactly what Eleanor was concerned about.

She was afraid that Norma would expose Terrence’s lies and make this good-for-nothing look bad.

If Mary Perryne’s attitude was better, Norma would have considered it.

However, after Mary Perryne insulted grandmama and then proceeded to insult her mother, Norma, who didn’t take retaliation lightly, naturally wouldn’t abandon her plan.

Eleanor frowned slightly.

What on earth should they do?

Just when she was feeling anxious, Harlan Lentz took her hand and whispered, “Don’t worry.”

Even though Harlan was also very anxious, he needed to remain calm.

If he showed his anxiety now, what would happen to Eleanor?

Suddenly, the video call connected.

The screen showed a kind-looking old man from Cigacan.

“Good evening, Professor Will.”

“Evening.”

Professor Will probably didn’t speak Chinese, so he was communicating with Norma entirely in English.

Norma glanced at Terrence and said with a smile, “Brother-in-law, since you know Professor Will, why don’t you use this rare opportunity to speak a few words with him?”

This good-for-nothing Terrence probably couldn’t even speak coherent English, right?

Thinking of this, Norma’s eyes filled with disdain.

Without waiting for Terrence to refuse, Norma turned her phone screen toward Terrence’s face.

The other side was quiet for a few seconds.

The Thompson’s living room also fell silent.

Norma and Phoebe glanced at each other, each seeing a sense of anticipation in the other’s eyes.

It was at this moment that Professor Will on the video suddenly exclaimed.

“Oh my God! It really is you!”

“Long time no see,” Terrence spoke with a very standard London accent.

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