CHAPTER 394: CHAPTER 394: NO REGRETS

Originally, she was very busy during this period and didn’t have time to teach a student one-on-one, but Claire Vaughn came to her personally, asking for a favor to teach a student who was her niece-in-law, which surprised her.

For Claire Vaughn to personally ask her, this niece-in-law couldn’t be just any ordinary relative of The Vaughn Family; she must be someone very dear to them.

And in The Vaughn Family, there are only a few who are that dear, so she naturally agreed.

However, it was fortunate that the other party didn’t have much time either, and both had to make the time available, so it didn’t conflict.

What she didn’t expect was that Claire Vaughn’s niece-in-law was Ava Sterling.

The supermodel Ava Sterling who had quite a scandal two years ago.

This was something she never could have imagined.

When she found out that it was Ava Sterling, she wanted to decline, because Ava’s reputation was so poor. Though she didn’t know the truth, two years ago Ava was bombarded on the internet with criticism and accusations, and naturally, as an observer, she didn’t have a good impression of Ava.

But she had already agreed to Claire Vaughn, and backing out after agreeing would not be good.

She thought, perhaps Ava wouldn’t be easy to get along with, because Ava’s temperament was no ordinary one, and she might not be able to endure such a boring thing as a class.

And if Ava couldn’t endure it, the matter would naturally be left unresolved, and she wouldn’t offend Claire Vaughn or The Vaughn Family.

To her surprise, when she arrived, Ava was particularly polite, not only polite but also extremely serious in class.

Moreover, if she had a question, Ava would ask, and if anything came to mind, she would speak up. Ava was very thoughtful and respectful, completely contrary to the rude portrayal by the media.

No.

Ava Sterling was very courteous and showed great respect to her as a teacher. She was nothing like the online rumors of a hot temper, arrogance, and looking down on everyone.

Not at all.

Not only that, but she was also very bright, like the top student in the class, intelligent and eager to learn, making the teacher immediately fond of her.

Thus, after the two classes at noon yesterday, she had a particularly good impression of Ava Sterling, with absolutely no issues.

Even though last night she went to The Kestrel Apartments as per the address given and Ava wasn’t there, she wasn’t upset.

She knew Ava wouldn’t stand her up on purpose; there must be something that came up. Being the daughter-in-law of The Vaughn Family and with her current work, knowing Ava had urgent matters, she was very understanding and not angry at all.

Unexpectedly, Ava apologized with such sincerity and earnestness, with an excellent attitude.

Completely unlike the media portrayal of arrogance and indiscriminate bullying.

The teacher was astonished.

Especially at this moment, Ava’s sincerity, with not a hint of falseness, full of genuine feelings, the teacher finally began to understand.

Why Ava Sterling could become the daughter-in-law of The Vaughn Family.

It was not without reason.

As for the online reports, they’re worth just a glance.

You shouldn’t take them seriously.

"I accept Miss Sterling’s apology wholeheartedly, Miss Sterling, there’s no need to feel guilty, what happened yesterday is in the past, no need to dwell on it."

"Let’s have an early meal, and after the meal, continue with the class. Although Miss Sterling is talented in acting, you’re just beginning to learn, and there’s a lot to be learned."

Ava Sterling’s sincerity was met equally sincerely by the teacher.

Ava was utterly moved in her heart, thinking how great this teacher was, not only a good educator but also a wonderful person, exactly to her liking!

"Alright, I’ll have the dishes brought in now."

Quickly, Ava called the waiter and had them serve the dishes.

The dishes had long been ordered, just waiting to be served.

Ava’s instructions were followed, and the dishes were soon brought out. Ava and the teacher had their lunch, and during the lunch, they talked about acting.

In truth, learning depends on whether the teacher is willing to genuinely teach you.

If willing, especially willing to teach everything they know, learning can be very quick.

Especially for smart people, it’s as if they receive divine assistance.

The teacher was personally approached by Claire Vaughn, and naturally understood that doing this well would be greatly beneficial to her. Ava Sterling was good-natured, had a good personality, was intelligent, and was not at all like what she initially thought. That being the case, she spared no effort in teaching Ava.

This way, Claire Vaughn and The Vaughn Family would owe her a significant favor, which would be worth much more than money.

The two spent quite a long time on lunch, but it didn’t hinder Ava’s learning or the teacher’s teaching.

Just like that, at two-thirty, Ava and the teacher finished the class and left the restaurant.

Since this place was quite far from the company, Ava had to return early, but even so, what she learned today was just as plentiful as yesterday.

She felt particularly satisfied.

"Teacher, thank you for your hard work at noon today. I’ll send someone to pick you up tonight."

"No need, Miss Sterling, I’ll get there myself. I know where it is."

The more they interacted, the more satisfied the teacher was with Ava; by this time, her face was full of smiles.

"It’s no trouble, I can have someone pick you up, don’t be polite."

With that, she directly took out her phone, saying, "Teacher, tell me your home address, and I’ll note it down to have someone pick you up in the evening and take you home after class."

"Oh, Miss Sterling, really, there’s no need."

"No problem, teacher, just tell me."

Ava insisted, and the teacher, with no other choice, gave her the address.

Ava quickly noted it down and said, "I can’t send you back at noon, there’s indeed not enough time, I have to give lessons to new models in the afternoon, I hope you understand."

Ava was such a person, doing what she could, and if she couldn’t, not afraid to voice it.

The teacher’s smile grew broader: "I know, Miss Sterling, you’ve been wonderful already."

The two continued talking as they walked out of the restaurant.

At that moment, a voice suddenly came from behind: "Ava."

Ava stopped, as did the teacher.

But quickly, the teacher’s gaze shifted behind Ava to a few steps away where several people stood, all dressed in shirts, trousers, or suits, especially with their imposing presence, clearly people from the business world.

Important figures.

The teacher withdrew her gaze, seeing Ava’s expression noticeably change, and said, "Miss Sterling, I have other matters to attend to, so I’ll take my leave first."

The teacher’s voice brought Ava back to her senses.

A smile reappeared on Ava’s face, and she said to the teacher, "Alright, thank you for today, teacher."

"Miss Sterling, you’re too kind."

With that, the teacher left, leaving Ava there, feeling somewhat conflicted.

The gentle voice, she knew exactly who it was upon hearing it.

Jace Kingsley.

Since that night, she had completely severed contact with Jace, excluding him from her world, preventing him from appearing again.

It was a cruel decision, but she didn’t regret it.

Even now.

She was a person who seemed heartless, not because she truly lacked feelings or empathy, but because she knew very well that the world wouldn’t stop if one person left it, nor would a person cease to exist if another was gone.

So, at that time she was indeed in pain, but once it passed, she carried on as usual, doing what needed to be done, completely forgetting about Jace Kingsley.

If it weren’t for hearing that voice now, she wouldn’t have remembered that someone like that had once appeared in her life.

The teacher left, and Ava stood there, momentarily unsure of what to do.

Should she leave directly or stay to say a few words, after all, Jace Kingsley wasn’t at fault, she was the one in the wrong.

But...

Ava frowned, what meaning was there in saying a few words or three?

Since she had already excluded him, there should be no more entanglements. Even if they met again now, it would be best to act as if she neither saw nor heard him.

With that thought, Ava pressed her lips tightly together and walked away.

They were strangers, and should remain as such, with no entanglements.