He knew Arthur was the chairman of Cloudia Corporation, but he never would have imagined that the head of such a major company lived in such a modest place. Hugo examined the layout of the house before him. Though it was small, it was clean, well-kept, and had a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. It was clear that these two kids had a genuine love for life. Hearing his words, Ashley—despite having mentally prepared herself—was completely stunned. Oh my God!Mr. Hugo from Governance University! Governance University—a prestigious institution known for shaping the nation’s future leaders. Graduates from this school were guaranteed a government position, even those at the bottom of their class. And Hugo? In Lioran, his name carried serious weight. He wasn’t just a senior professor at Governance University—he was also a high-ranking official in Evergrand City. If the professors gathered in the courtyard were highly respected intellectuals, then the man standing before them was in a league of his own. In Evergrand City’s elite circles, people addressed him as Mr. Hugo—a name that carried weight and authority. Even at the height of Spencer’s influence, meeting Hugo in person had been nearly impossible. Yet now, Hugo had personally humbled himself to visit this small, secluded courtyard. This was an honor beyond anything they could have imagined. Ashley snapped out of her shock and quickly gestured toward the door. "Mr. Hugo, please, come inside." Hugo nodded and was just about to step in when a loud voice suddenly interrupted him. "Mr. Hugo! It’s really Mr. Hugo!" Both Hugo and Ashley turned instinctively—only to be met with a shocking sight. Not far away, a massive crowd of reporters and onlookers was rushing toward them. Before either of them could react, the fastest reporter had already bolted ahead. The rest of the crowd, trailing behind, erupted in excitement. "Oh my god! It really is Mr. Hugo!""I figured top universities would compete for Arthur after he ranked first in the nation, but I never thought it would be this competitive! Even top university professors and Mr. Hugo himself showed up!" "Mr. Hugo? The Mr. Hugo? I can’t believe he’s actually here in South City! Arthur must really be something!" “Since when does being a top scorer cause this much commotion? I’ve never seen anything like this before!” "It’s probably more than just his ranking. I heard Arthur’s SAT answers included some bold and unconventional ideas. They didn’t gain much attention at the time because they were a bit outside the norm, but clearly, they’ve caught the right people’s interest now." "To think he’d attract this level of attention… Arthur is not just some ordinary student!" "And to think the Gray family mistreated him like that! If they had actually supported him, he could’ve been making history by now!” "I heard Arthur’s grades only skyrocketed after he left the Gray family. Clearly, they didn’t just neglect him—they held him back!" "This is unreal… Mr. Hugo himself is here because of Arthur! I never thought I’d get to see Mr. Hugo in my lifetime!" Amid the commotion, a reporter clutched his microphone tightly and carefully stepped forward. Ignoring the noisy crowd behind him, he approached Mr. Hugo with cautious respect. Only after confirming that Hugo wasn’t stopping him did he raise the mic. "Mr. Hugo, I’m a reporter from Starlit Entertainment. May I ask—what brought you all the way to South City? What is it about Arthur that caught your attention?" Starlit Entertainment! The name alone sent another wave of murmurs through the crowd. Starlit Entertainment! No wonder they arrived so quickly—South City’s fastest and most well-connected reporters never missed a major story. Hugo remained composed, his gaze steady. He had no intention of avoiding the media. Word had already spread about the people seeking out Arthur. Rather than dodging the attention, it was better to take control of the narrative—steering public opinion in Arthur’s favor. Hugo understood all too well… In today’s world, the internet was a double-edged sword. He spoke calmly, his voice carrying weight. "That’s right. Arthur has exceptional qualities. We were all drawn here by his bold and precise answers on the SAT. He’s a rare talent—a true gem—and absolutely worth our attention."The reporter’s eyes lit up—Mr. Hugo was actually answering his question! He was eager to ask more, but Hugo raised a hand, signaling him to stop. He had already said what needed to be said. There was no need to elaborate further. As long as people understood that Arthur’s abilities were genuine and extraordinary, that was enough. By now, more reporters had arrived, pushing forward in an attempt to get their questions in. But before they could speak, Hugo casually cut them off. "Alright, if I don’t head inside now, those professors are going to steal my student. And trust me, none of you can afford to make up for that loss."