After that, I became a campus sensation once again. My every move was closely scrutinized, as people worried that I might accidentally create the next big financial miracle.
When I ate some street food for a couple of days, a crowd gathered around the vendor, and the vendor happily stayed open for days.
When I took a few walks on a side street, people started connecting it to economic policies and the area's development trends.
Even when I stumbled on the road, people began researching the origins and potential of my shoes.
At the moment, I was too busy to worry about these things. I needed to sign contracts with the staff and receive my compensation.
I called Duncan to join me. If I encountered anything I didn't understand, his social experience would be helpful.
We agreed to meet at the school entrance.
On my way through the administrative building, I ran into the teaching assistant coming down the stairs.
"Sorry, it looks like that land really did turn out to be valuable. Even a small-time player like me can catch a ride on this success."
The teaching assistant gritted her teeth. "Erica, don't think you can show off just because you've got some money now. Don't forget, we still have the final exams to settle."
I raised an eyebrow and moved aside to let her pass.
I hadn't forgotten. I was still waiting for her to apologize in front of everyone.
After leaving the building and heading toward the campus entrance, I ran into some old dorm mates.
They eagerly invited me to move back into the dorm, saying they had previously been influenced by Juliette and had formed a biased opinion of me.
Left aside, Juliette was glaring at me with hatred.
Hearing their flattery, I knew their attitude had changed only because my situation was now different.
I politely declined but didn't confront them.
People are often attracted to success. I might disdain their behavior, but there was no need to mock them.
"Don't think just because you're on top now, I'll give up! I'm waiting to see who gets the last laugh!" Juliette fumed.
"Throw everything you've got at me," I said, heading to meet Duncan. I had no time to deal with Juliette.
