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.

had no interest in attending.

hall, her phone buzzed with a

not to

in the evening, Mia returned Riley’s call, explaining, “I apologize for missing your

while I was in

Riley responded. “Mr. Shaw had hoped to invite you for dinner, especially given our esteemed guest today. But

feeling proved accurate. She felt relieved and grateful

call, Mia left the study hall

casually seated on the

his tablet.

her entrance, commenting, “You seem busier

hand, Mia met his eyes and

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crossing his face. “That’s none of

his boundary, Mia chose not to press further. She walked away with

brother could expertly handle Laura’s surgery, she wouldn’t allow

unsettle her.

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

massaged his temples,

returned to college for her classes, an unsettling feeling crept over her. She sensed her classmates‘ gazes carried

long, Gina forwarded her a link to the college’s online forum with a troubling headline. “Unveiling the Truth Behind the Early Award Recipient–A Hidden Patronage?”

Mia clicked on the post. Its contents were blunt–alleging

from a patron.

capturing a moment of her opening the

photo was unmistakably taken on the evening she dined with her

Fortunately, Timothy’s face remained uncaptured

Gina, saying, “I know who is behind

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