From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir (Leander Ashcroft) novel Chapter 105

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On Monday morning, after being absent for over a month, Leander returned to school.

He had already heard from Glorious Entertainment that Madeline had started recording her new album. With the company’s support, he no longer had to worry about her.

His return to school was simply to honor a commitment–the promise to attend Highcliffe University.

“Wow, Mr. Leander! Oh my gosh, you finally showed up!”

As soon as Leander walked into the classroom, the entire room erupted with excitement. His classmate, Liam Preston, who had been missing him for ages, rushed over, brimming with enthusiasm.

The last time Leander was at school, he had stunned everyone by playing a piano piece that had captivated the entire audience. After that remarkable performance, he disappeared for over a month. Yet, during that time, his fame hadn’t faded—in fact, it had only grown. Many of the new transfer students were eager to meet the senior who had delivered such a world–class performance.

“What’s going on?” Leander asked, puzzled, as he opened his locker to find it stuffed with letters, all brightly colored and perfumed, sealed with heart–shaped stickers.

“What do you think’s going on?” Liam replied with envy.

“You practically swept the whole school off their feet with that performance. Now, everyone calls you the ultimate heartthrob of our class. These are love letters from the girls who adore you.”

Leander chuckled and shook his head, completely uninterested. “Toss them for me, will you? Or you can read them yourself if you want.”

He casually placed the stack of letters on Liam’s desk and leaned back in his chair. After being gone for over a month, sitting at his old desk felt strangely nostalgic.

“Oh, by the way, Mr. Leander!” Liam added, “Did you hear about Madeline? She’s gone to become a celebrity!”

“Yeah,” Leander replied with a slight nod, showing little reaction. Ever since that night at Water Paradise, Madeline had become nothing more than someone from his past. He felt no other

connection.

After some small talk with Liam, their homeroom teacher entered the classroom.

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“Alright, class. I have an important announcement to make!”

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“The school has decided to restructure the senior class based on the results of last month’s exams. We will be forming an ‘Elite Class‘ of fifty students, and it will be led by Mr. Tim Wells, the head of the mathematics department.”

“I will now read out the names of those who have been selected. Please report to Class One. From now on, that will be the Elite Class for the seniors.”

As soon as the teacher finished, the entire room buzzed with chatter.

“What’s going on? They’re splitting us up?”

“No way! With only a few months left until the college entrance exams, why are they switching us around?”

“This is too sudden. We didn’t even have time to prepare!”

Many students grumbled, but there was nothing they could do. The school’s decision was final.

“I’m doomed!” Liam groaned, holding his head in his hands.

“Mr. Leander, I did way better than I usually do on that exam. I ranked 46th in the grade. If they’re choosing based on scores, I’m definitely going into the Elite Class. We won’t be in the same class anymore!”

Liam looked distraught. Leander hadn’t taken the exam last month due to his absence, so he wasn’t eligible for the Elite Class. Liam, however, was almost guaranteed a spot, which meant they wouldn’t be able to chat during breaks like they used to.

“No big deal. We can still keep in touch by phone,” Leander said with a wave of his hand, not particularly bothered by the situation. It didn’t matter to him what class he was in, or whether he had a teacher–none of it affected him in the slightest.

Reluctantly, Liam walked out of the room as the teacher began calling out names, starting with Victor Lane.

Victor strutted out of the classroom with his backpack slung over one shoulder, full of confidence. He had scored 706 on the exam, earning first place in the entire school. As long as he maintained his performance, he was practically guaranteed to be the top scorer in the city and get a direct recommendation to Stanton Academy or Highcliffe University–several prestigious schools were vying for him.

After reading a few more names of students with top scores, the teacher called out Jade Dempsey’s name, followed by Liam.

“Ugh!” Peng sighed heavily.

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His score was definitely good, placing him solidly in the top fifty. But being at the bottom of the Elite Class wasn’t going to be easy, especially since he’d be surrounded by the best of the best. And on top of that, he wouldn’t have Leander to talk to anymore.

“Stop whining and just go,” Leander said, giving him a pat on the back. Liam slouched his way

out of the room.

Everyone in the class thought the list was finished since Liam had been ranked 46th. The rest of the students had scored outside the top fifty and wouldn’t qualify for the Elite Class.

But then, to everyone’s surprise, the teacher called out another name, “Leander Ashcroft!”

Immediately, all eyes turned to Leander. The teacher adjusted his glasses and scolded him, “Leander, nice of you to finally show up for class.”

Leander stood up, confused. “But sir, I didn’t even take last month’s exam. How could I be placed in the Elite Class?”

The teacher shook his head. “I don’t know the specifics. It’s a decision from the administration. Just go report to Class One and see what’s going on.”

He found it puzzling. Normally, a student who skipped class for over a month would be at risk of expulsion, yet not only was he still enrolled, but when the Elite Class was formed, Tim had even advocated for Leander’s inclusion as the fiftieth student. This left everyone scratching their heads. Since Madeline, the top student, had left for the entertainment industry, the other teachers reluctantly agreed to let Leander join the Elite Class.

Filled with confusion, Leander made his way to the elite classroom.

As he entered, he quickly scanned the room and recognized several familiar faces: Victor, Jade, Shiloh, and Ginny were all present, including Yvette.

The moment they saw Leander, everyone was taken aback. Liam, however, jumped up in excitement and quickly offered him his seat. “Wow, no way! You got into the elite class too?”

Leander shrugged, helplessly. “I’m not sure what’s going on, but here I am!”

Victor and the others exchanged skeptical glances. They all knew Leander had missed the last month’s exam, so how could he possibly be in the elite class?

Yvette’s eyes flickered with an unreadable expression.

The night before, she had burned the brown paper that Leander left behind, determined to distance herself from him. Yet now, they were in the same class again, and it seemed she couldn’t escape the presence of this boy who had always been so indifferent toward her.

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