Regret Novel 63

Chapter 63

Thinking about all this, Tricia felt a deep unease settle in her chest. The more she examined the details, the more fear gnawed at her–fear that Evander truly didn’t care about her anymore.

If Evander withdrew his protection, she knew she’d inevitably fall back into “that person’s” hands.

And she’d rather do anything than ever go back to him.

Charlotte made her way to the dean’s office, knocked politely, and only entered when she heard permission.

Dean Chase set his papers aside and looked up. “Lottie, was it you who called in that report about Director Fontaine?”

He had guessed as much during the staff meeting earlier that day, when the incident was brought up.

Charlotte didn’t deny it. “Yes, it was me.”

He sighed, his tone heavy with concern. “You weren’t thinking, kid. Director Fontaine’s brother–in–law is the City’s Commissioner of Revenue. If this gets back to him, you know as well as I do he won’t let it go quietly.”

Charlotte understood he was looking out for her. Out in the real world, degrees and skills were only part of the equation. Connections, favors, and background

mattered just as much–if not more.

was full of talented doctors–plenty more capable than Director Fontaine. But without that family

job.

closed doors. If it weren’t for the protection Fontaine enjoyed, Dean Chase would never have

weeks left here,” Charlotte said softly. “Once I leave for St. Mary’s, what can

her, exasperated. “Six weeks is still a

“Don’t worry, Dean. I know

09:48

After she left, De

he was nearly

he hadn’t managed to accomplish in his youth–maybe Charlotte

was startled to find Evander sitting at her desk flipping

she spotted two folders–one of which

“Mr. Howard, what are you doing

“What’s this about a transition file? Are you planning to

computer on, her unfinished transfer

the draft she hadn’t even

evenly, stepping forward to

with a look. “Transfer

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