However, Frank had also been the one to suggest that I apply for a law major.
I glanced at Joseph, who was sleeping in the corner of the classroom, before nodding at Olivia. I wasn’t going to make the same mistakes in this life.
I pushed the door open to the teacher’s office, notifying Frank of my presence. He asked, “Lucy, why did you choose these schools when you scored so well during the exams?”
I had chosen several community colleges as my dream schools.
“Their graduates have high employment rates,” I answered, emphasizing each word.
Frank fell silent for a moment before he spoke again. “You shouldn’t make such careless decisions. You should study law.”
He turned on his computer as he spoke, navigating to the university application form page. My eyes were filled with condescension as I stared at the page. Was he going to force me to complete the form since I was being uncooperative? He was going to replace my name with Madison’s, wasn’t he?
“There’s no need, Mr. Gunther. I like operating tractors.”
I turned on my heel and left after saying my piece, running into Joseph, who had just entered the teacher’s office. He said, “Lucy, if you’re unsure about anything on the university application form, feel free to ask me. I’ve always wanted to study law.”
My heart prickled upon hearing his words. So that was what Frank and Joseph were planning. They were trying to coerce me into applying to be a law major. However, I refused to let them get their way this time around.
I nodded. “Thanks, but no thanks. I’ve already decided on my major.”
Joseph’s eyes drooped as he smiled at me. “Alright then.”
I made a swift exit from the office. When I saw Joseph shut the door behind him, I doubled back and stood outside to eavesdrop on their conversation.
“Dad, if Lucy refuses to cooperate, can’t we just pick someone else?”
My heart hammered in my chest when I heard Joseph’s words. I couldn’t believe that he wanted to victimize another student!
Frank’s tone was icy as he said, “Lucy has the best results, so she’s our best shot. I’m sure you’re aware that our family owes Madison a debt.”
I turned around and left. My heart was filled with disdain. They owed Madison, yet they wanted to use my life to clear their debt? I couldn’t believe it.
