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

was about to leave, Grace reached out and

asked, “Grace, what the hell are

her attention back to Celia. “I’m

help but exchange curious glances at the unfolding

a deep breath and reluctantly agreed, “Mom, I’ll be fine. I need to have a private conversation with

“But…” Susan was worried.

discuss with this

“It’s alright, Mom. Don’t worry! She wouldn’t dare do anything to me in front

give them a mocking smile. Celia’s uneasiness grew, and her hands anxiously grasped the edges of her

the corridor, Grace stopped and

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heart skipped a

moment had

able to prove that the design wasn’t hers, even

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

or just pretending? Listen to your own conscience

ensure nob*dy was

with being a thief? Can

Without any proof, what are you