In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 172 Digging One’s Own Grave

“Professor Morris, it’s not like that. Please, let me explain! I know I acted impulsively, and I deeply regret it.

“I’m begging for your forgiveness! I promise I’ll never do such a thing again,” Celia pleaded with tearful eyes.

Alan remained unmoved and said, “Ms. Hawkins, I don’t recommend you pursue joining my graduate program. Perhaps your academic performance might pass the threshold, but in terms of behavior and ethics, you’ve failed.”

Celia was in deep trouble.

Rejection from Alan in their close–knit community would make it nearly impossible for her to pursue a career in design in the future.

Susan was completely stunned as well.

She quickly stepped forward. “Professor Morris, Celia made a mistake. Please, give her another chance! She’ll work very hard; I’m sure of it,” she reassured emotionally.

On the side, Grace said, “Regardless of how exceptional one’s grades are, academic misconduct renders them irrelevant. Perhaps it’s best to consider a change of careers.”

‘No, Professor Morris! Even saints have their flaws. Celia is still young. Please don’t let this mistake ruin her entire life!” Susan implored.

help but gossip and point fingers

anything more but turned his attention

its unique designs and is highly favored by the young women of the

live up to your

modestly replied, “Professor Morris, your praise means a lot to me. Thank you for your kind words. I’ll continue to work

a slight nod, he left with Mr. Gordon

to say something more, but Alan completely ignored her. She stomped her foot in frustration but was left

news of the fiasco at the exhibition was bound to

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and she struggled to hold back her

carefully nurtured for

It all on Grace.

Susan directed her anger at Grace. “Grace, why don’t you come after me instead?

Then, she said, “It appears that you still haven’t come to terms with your own mistakes and insist

1-” Susan was seething and

Benjamin swiftly grabbed

“Enough!”

defiance waned. Her