, Chapter 23 , Carlisle finally understood what was happening. , The police were suspicious that he was related to the fat man due to his knowledge regarding the incident from his past life. , “Christine has a poor family background. She usually walked to school , often ended up late! Today is , our SATS. I was worried she would not make it to school in time. So, I wanted to go over and fetch her.” , Carlisle’s brain had worked quickly to think of a perfect and logical explanation for why he went to meet , Christine. , The policeman and his colleagues relaxed slightly after hearing Carlisle’s explanation. , After talking to a few people, they also understood that Christine was often late to class. Her teacher knew about her circumstances and had never punished her for it. , left the police station with Carlisle and Christine. , Christine’s expression was deathly pale. , The officer had just told her that the man from this morning was an extremely perverted rapist. He , had assaulted five women in three years. , Due to the lack of surveillance cameras and his ability to avoid being captured, the police had failed to , arrest him for three years. , The consequences would be horrifying if Carlisle had arrived in time. , Lucy was also terrified when she heard what had happened. She held onto Christine’s hands and said, Christine, you’ll have to be more careful and alert in the future!” , Christine was still frightened by the whole ordeal. She could only nod as she felt something being stuck in , her throat. , Lucy then turned to look at Carlisle and showered him in praise. , “Carlisle, you did well. I’m so proud to have a student like you. I’ll return to the school and request that you receive an award for your bravery. I want everyone to know how courageous and kind you are!” , He had gotten injured because fought with a seasoned rapist. However, Carlisle had told everyone that he had gotten the injuries from a bicycle accident. , He was trying to hide his good deeds! , In the past, Lucy had always been disappointed in Carlisle’s behavior. , Now, she looked at him as if he was her own son. , “It is cowardly to see what is right and not to do it. Being courageous has always been an important value , 2

/2 , within our society. , “It shows our integrity as a nation, and we should embody that as a citizen of our country. Our country has given us the opportunity to receive education. , “That’s why should hold onto our country’s beliefs and influence our society. That way, we can make our country a better place.” Carlisle’s words came from the bottom of his heart. , Lucy’s gaze sparkled as she turned to look at Carlisle with respect s , Back then, Carlisle would always sleep during lessons and skip school just to go to a cybercafe. , Now, he was one of the top–performing students in her class. How could he change so much in a month? , Christine’s gaze shone with an unknown emotion after hearing Carlisle’s words. , She suddenly seemed to have thought of something as her face flushed red. She looked down at her toes. , Lucy used her own money to treat Christine and Carlisle to a meal. Then, she booked a room for Christine in a hostel nearby. , It was still bright outside, so Carlisle had planned on riding home. But he ran into Sean on his way out. , “Carlisle, where did Mrs. Turner bring you and Christine?” , “To the police station!” , “What the heck? Did you cheat or something?” Sean asked as his eyes widened in shock. , But then, he scratched his head and said, “That’s not right. I don’t think getting caught cheating would lead you to the police station. Am I wrong?” , “Do I look like I need to cheat?” Carlisle glared at Sean and explained to Sean what had happened. , Sean burst into laughter as he listened to Carlisle’s story. He said, “To me, you deserve full marks for your , creativity!” , “What do you mean?” Carlisle didn’t understand what Sean was trying to say, , “Your imagination is wild. You should write your own novel since you have such a vivid imagination.” Sean believed that Carlisle was trying to fool him. , “Fuck you. Believe what you like!” Carlisle smiled as he kicked Sean. , Sean turned around to dodge and put his arm around Carlisle’s shoulders. “I saw an arcade when I went out to eat just now. Let’s go and play at the arcade.” , “Do you not plan on going home tonight?” , “What are you talking about? I’ve already booked a hostel for two. You’ll stay with me tonight!” , Then, the two of them head over to the arcade together. , His youth would only last so long. He decided he would enjoy his youth now that he had been reborn. , They played in the arcade until midnight before returning to the hostel to sleep. , , Search the website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.