Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 552

Helen pursed her lips and said, "I heard of it. I owe it all to your guidance, Mr. Ziegler."

"Well, the most important thing in mathematical research is to be practical. Take credit where it's due. There's no need to be modest."

Gerard pushed up his glasses on his nose bridge. Deep down, he felt comforted by Helen's humble attitude. Unaccustomed to flattery, Helen smiled awkwardly, unsure how to respond.

Fortunately, Gerard was direct. "There's a mathematics award gala tonight. Get ready and come with me to expand your network."

With his years of research, Gerard understood the benefits of networking. Though he had the interest, his talent only went so far.

Helen, on the other hand, was different. He saw unlimited mathematical potential in Helen. For the sake of their passion, he would spare no effort to clear obstacles and pave the way for Helen.

"I'm not sure about that," Helen said. She was someone who lacked enthusiasm for socializing. She quickly made an excuse to decline.

"Those invited must be esteemed scholars with major contributions like you. An unknown student like me has no place among them."

Gerard dismissed her politeness with a wave. "You don't need to worry about that. Just go. I guarantee no one will dare to stop you."

Pausing, he raised his index finger and middle finger in front of Helen, looking rather proud. "Now, your name rings louder in mathematics circles than mine!"

With the conversation having reached this point, Helen could hardly refuse. Hence, she reluctantly agreed.

That evening, Helen picked out a simple white dress and prepared to go to the gala. As she headed out, her phone rang nonstop in her bag.

But when Helen dug through her bag, she realized it was Chandler's phone. She suddenly remembered he hadn't even said when he would come to retrieve it.

He complained tiredly, "Being single while everyone else pairs off... you have no idea how tough it is. How can I meet someone at this rate? Besides, I'm not a delivery guy. You two are always together anyway. Just give it to Chandler when he goes to campus."

Helen didn't know how to explain the issues between her and Chandler to Jenson, so she fell silent. Jenson's words left Helen feeling like there was a hole in her heart.

It was her fault for constantly being around Chandler recently. This sudden and prolonged lack of contact felt unfamiliar. Had she grown accustomed to his presence? Helen was not sure and wasn't in a hurry to find out.

She brushed it off and hastily ended the call. "Alright then, I'll handle it on my own. It's okay, I'll hang up now."

She then pressed the end call button. Jenson looked at his phone. Helen's abruptness felt off. Before he could say anything, she had interrupted him, showing him her reluctance to discuss Chandler.

One had gone missing, dodging calls and messages. The other had closed herself off and was evasive. Was this some new trick of one partner blindly following the other?