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.

no interest in attending.

reaching the study hall, her phone buzzed with a call

not to

evening, Mia returned Riley’s call, explaining, “I apologize for missing your call, my phone

I was in the study hall.”

dinner, especially given

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

the study hall and headed

seated on the couch, clad in

his tablet.

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

and replied, “Well, you know

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face. “That’s none of your concern,” he retorted sharply.

to press further.

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

unsettle her.

the couch, Timothy scrolled through his phone, finding Heath’s message, “We’re still in search of a

escaped him as he massaged his temples, weariness

feeling crept

the college’s online forum with a troubling headline. “Unveiling the Truth Behind the Early Award Recipient–A Hidden Patronage?”

on the post. Its contents were blunt–alleging

from a patron.

attached, capturing a moment of her opening the door

on the evening she dined with her classmates and later joined Timothy in

face remained uncaptured in the

Mia quickly responded to Gina, saying, “I know who is

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