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.

around them couldn’t help but

say anything more but turned his attention to Grace and

it’s known for its unique designs and is highly favored by

work now, I must say that you truly live up to your reputation.

your praise means a lot to me. Thank you for

and composed demeanor. With a slight nod, he left with

ignored her. She stomped her foot in frustration

Alan left, but the news of the fiasco at the exhibition was bound

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was deeply frustrated, and she struggled to hold

carefully nurtured for Celia had

It all on Grace.

don’t you come

speechless. Then, she said, “It appears that you still haven’t come to terms with your own mistakes and insist on shifting blame onto others. Did 1

1-” Susan was seething and reached out

second, Benjamin swiftly grabbed

“Enough!”

her defiance waned. Her expression changed