Russell's POV
"Really? It would be best if you didn't put in any effort. He'll let you pass if you use your connection."
Claire, Ryan, and I will share a table in the cafeteria. The class was over, but we still thought about hanging out while I waited for my ride. I told them about my conversation with Prof. Larry and Ryan were slightly annoyed by the professor's reaction to my apology.
"I don't use a connection. I don't want that to be my problem one day."
"Problem? This will be your strength if you want to..."
"I don't want to feel like a shadow of my family. I am an independent woman. I don't need anyone else but myself."
"That sounds... confident, huh," Ryan said.
"I am confident," I said.
Ryan chuckled and then suddenly put his arm around me. "That is my girl."
Claire gave me
