Chapter 113

Following Kennedy’s words, unease washed over Mia like an unwelcome tide.

She shot a hesitant glance toward Timothy, silently pleading with her eyes.

Timothy responded casually saying, “It’s alright.”

A sense of relief flooded Mia as she watched Kennedy usher Timothy his seat.

Timothy sat in the front row, signifying his esteemed position.

Puzzled, Mia wondered about Timothy’s unexpected presence, considering his demanding schedule.

However, the reason would soon unfold.

As Mia ascended the stage, Timothy, the generous sponsor behind the financial grant, took the initiative to personally bestow the awards upon the worthy recipients.

Mia observed Timothy’s polished appearance and graceful demeanor.

With the award certificate in hand, he cast a patronizing glance her way, remarking, “Keep up the good work.”

Suppressing her true sentiments, Mia offered a forced smile as she took the certificate, momentarily

entertaining a rebellious urge to confront him head–on.

The award ceremony concluded swiftly, and without glancing behind her, Mia exited the lecture hall.

She believed that by maintaining her brisk pace, she could avoid any unwanted encounters.

Kennedy seemed keen on introducing her to Timothy, perhaps even extending a dinner invitation afterward.

she had no

study hall, her phone buzzed

to pick up.

returned Riley’s call, explaining, “I apologize

while I was in the study hall.”

“Mr. Shaw had hoped to invite you for dinner, especially given

gut feeling proved accurate. She felt relieved and grateful for her timely

left the study hall and headed back to

she found Timothy casually seated on the couch,

his tablet.

acknowledged her entrance, commenting, “You seem busier than I am.”

Mia met his eyes and replied, “Well, you know what they say, the

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his face. “That’s none of

chose not to press further. She walked away

handle Laura’s surgery, she wouldn’t allow such interactions

unsettle her.

his phone, finding Heath’s message, “We’re still in search

him as he massaged his temples, weariness evident

an unsettling feeling crept over her. She sensed her classmates‘ gazes carried an

long, Gina forwarded her a link to the college’s online forum with a troubling headline. “Unveiling

blunt–alleging she had

from a patron.

amplify the claim, a photo was attached, capturing a moment of her opening

taken on the evening she dined with her

remained

the link, Mia quickly responded to Gina, saying, “I know

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