When fate plays its hand

Chapter 0340

#25 BONUS

Back then, his mentor had even reserved a direct PhD spot for him, but Lionel had chosen to return to his hometown to stay close to his parents and politely decline his professor’s offer. Since then, he hadn’t seen his old teacher again.

“How’s Dr. Knowles doing these days?” Lionel asked.

Paul responded, “He’s still going strong.”

Lionel nodded. “He’s always been quite energetic. That’s good to hear. Health is what matters. So, Paul, you’re also from the Queenstone College Physics Faculty?”

Paul replied, “I studied physics, but I’m actually from Bedford College.”

Lionel’s eyes lit up. “Physics is a wonderful field, always full of mysteries to explore. What specific area of research do you focus on?”

Before Lionel could dive deeper, Mindy interjected, “Alright, that’s enough. Dr. Jefferson has to go. Are you ever going to stop?”

Lionel finally noticed the bag Paul was carrying and apologized, “Oh, I’m sorry. Once I start talking, it’s hard to stop. You go ahead, don’t let me hold you up.”

Paul smiled and reassured them, “No problem at all. It was a pleasure chatting with you both. Since your just arrived today, I won’t intrude. Let’s chat properly once you’ve settled in.”