In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 166 Where’s the Proof

As Susan spoke, she ríudged Celia with a grin.

Celia seized the opportunity to speak. “I plan to apply for your graduate program in my senior year and hope for a chance to study design with you.”

Alan nodded in understanding and encouraged her. “Keep up the good work.”

After that, he left under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

Susan’s heart filled with excitement when she heard Alan’s response.

She grabbed Celia and exclaimed, “Celia, it’s looking very promising! You need to keep pushing forward. Don’t let me down!”

Celia couldn’t hide her delight and responded, “Don’t worry, Mom! I’ve got what it takes.” Joining Alan’s graduate program was well within her reach.

However, the next moment, Grace approached her with a grim expression.

– For some reason, Celia felt an urge to avoid her.

said, her words carrying an

about to leave, Grace reached out

hurried over and asked, “Grace, what the hell

and turned her attention back to Celia. “I’m giving you a chance. Can we talk

help but exchange curious glances at the unfolding

I’ll be fine. I

“But…” Susan was worried.

gave Grace a disapproving glare and asked, “What’s there to discuss with this woman? Who

her. “It’s alright, Mom. Don’t worry! She wouldn’t dare

Grace couldn’t help but give them a mocking smile. Celia’s uneasiness grew, and her hands anxiously

the corridor, Grace stopped and asked, “Celia,

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heart skipped a

moment

the original design was in Celia’s hands now, Grace wouldn’t be able to prove that the

mustered her courage and responded, “I don’t know what

you genuinely clueless, or just pretending? Listen to your own conscience and ask yourself—is that truly your design? I’ve never seen a thief act

to ensure nob*dy was

thief? Can you prove

me the original design, then. Without any proof, what are you making