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.

talk!” Grace said, her words carrying an unspoken

Grace. As she was about to leave, Grace reached

the hell are

her attention back to Celia. “I’m giving you

onlookers couldn’t help but exchange

I’ll be fine. I need to

“But…” Susan was worried.

a disapproving glare and asked, “What’s there to discuss with this woman? Who knows what ulterior motives she

worry! She wouldn’t

hearing this, Grace couldn’t help but give them a mocking smile. Celia’s uneasiness grew, and her hands anxiously grasped the edges of

hall and walked along the corridor, Grace stopped and asked,

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skipped a

inevitable moment had

wouldn’t be able to prove that the design

her courage and responded, “I don’t know

cold snort. “Are 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

looked around to ensure nob*dy

snapped, “What’s wrong with being a thief? Can you prove that

Without any proof, what are you making