Chapter 274

Maya’s eyes betrayed a hint of irritation as she branded Shelly as the constant source of impractical ideas.

Had it not been for the shared last name “Barrett,” Maya would likely have dismissed Shelly altogether.

Collecting herself, Maya took a deep breath and addressed Mia, “I was just joking earlier. Did you really think I was serious?

“My brother strongly disapproves of any form of manipulation or meddling in work matters. I could never engage in such behavior.”

Standing beside Maya, Shelly felt a twinge of frustration. Why did Maya have to show vulnerability in front of Mia?

Gina sneered, “Ms. Lane, what’s wrong with you? If you’re clueless about how to apologize, let me enlighten you. Apologizing involves uttering the words ‘I’m sorry‘!”

Maya was approaching her breaking point.

Mia surveyed her surroundings. “With the increasing number of people here, I was contemplating uploading the video to the campus network right before the scholarship opening ceremony.

“Imagine unveiling the insider dealings at such a moment–it should add an interesting twist, don’t you think?”

Maya finally gathered herself and offered an apology, “Mia, I misspoke earlier. I shouldn’t have made such a joke. I sincerely apologize.”

apologize?” Shelly couldn’t fathom Maya conceding

I won’t apologize to you. If you want to expose the video, go ahead. My reputation has already been tarnished by you, and one more blemish doesn’t intimidate me.”

that case, I won’t hesitate to upload the

pleaded, “But Mia, I’ve already

gaze grew cold. “You were both involved. This amounts to collective

aside and spoke in a hushed tone, “Shelly, didn’t

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he finds out about this, it could jeopardize your chances with him in the

“No, please.”

her prospects with Nathan were at risk,

she had set her

expressed everything I can. It’s up to you whether you choose

need to fear Mia? Won’t your brother back you up?”

constantly depend on my brother to intervene, won’t I end up appearing incompetent? I

approached Mia reluctantly and said, “I apologize.”

attitude? Is your apology

to retaliate, Shelly restrained herself,

genuinely

arm, displaying an air of indifference.

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