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I let out a cold laugh, unsure of what to say, while the woman behind me grew visibly more irritated.

"I don't have time for your high-minded speeches. Let's leave it at that-I'm done here," she spat before turning on her heels, continuing to shout insults as I walked away. There was nothing more she could do anyway. When I returned to campus, a familiar figure caught my eye in the distance.

Ethan suddenly approached, his gaze intense as he looked at me. "I heard you were hurt. How are you feeling now?"

I smiled gently, trying to seem as composed and strong as possible. "It's nothing, really-just a minor injury."

Ethan clearly wasn't convinced. His brow furrowed with concern. "Are you sure? If you need help, you have to let me know."

I nodded, feeling a warmth bloom inside me.

Having someone who genuinely cared for me in such a complicated world was always comforting. I wasn't as sharp or guarded as I had been before, and my defenses weren't as high. "Thank you. I'll be careful."

to say, but

"Hello? Kevin, what's up?"

here now! You need to see this!" His voice had an edge of

going on?"

through the evidence we collected, and I think I uncovered an important lead. It could tie

and immediately decided to go see him.

apologized

that would make him uncomfortable, but I didn't have the luxury

evidence we found did indeed point to Duncan's past wrongdoings, but it

need more proof. I suspect we'll get additional evidence in the next three days," Kevin said, his

in agreement. We had a chat about the competition and our strategy going forward before Kevin drove me

the entrance, Kevin received a call and hurried off, leaving me alone as dusk settled over the campus. The grounds were growing quieter as fewer people were around. Just then, I noticed

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