Second Chances Protecting Mrs. Hall

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Brad might not have the same prowess as Liam did at his peak, but it was widely acknowledged that Liam’s influence had waned, and now, Brad was the one calling the shots. He stood at the helm of the Hall family.

Now, Sean boldly called Brad a lapdog, silencing everyone present. They wondered if Sean was too confident or maybe he just cared too much about Emma.

Kate was quick to shift the blame to Emma, but Sean wouldn’t allow it to happen. He fixed his gaze on Kate and challenged her, “Really? You claim she plagiarized. Where’s your proof?”

Caught off guard, Kate stumbled over her words. “I… I don’t have any! But I’m sure it’s beyond her capabilities. I’m her teacher. Shouldn’t! know?”

Just then, Emma stepped forward, holding a voice recorder. “You might not have proof of me cheating, but I have proof of your corruption.” With everyone’s eyes on her, she played the recording of Kate’s private conversation with her earlier.

“You’re compromising fairness and ethics over personal dislike? People like you shouldn’t be in charge of anything at Vark College.” Emma’s voice sounded.

“Hold on. If you want your grade changed, I can give you a chance. Just give me your ticket to Starry’s concert,” came Kate’s sly voice.

The room erupted in gasps. People stared at Kate in disbelief, her face cycling from pale to a flushed red with anger.

The recording didn’t stop there.

“You think I’d trade the ticket for my grade? You’re delusional.” It was Emma’s voice.

“A zero in this school means a call to the parents, I know you dread dealing with your family the most,” came Kate’s retort. “Fine, keep your ticket. But remember, you defied your teacher and scored zero–don’t expect me to show you mercy when you get expelled.”

“Stop it! Turn it off!” Kate couldn’t bear it any longer and blurted out in her defense. “This recording is fake, Emma, you’re framing me!”

“Is that so?” Emma retorted with a smirk. “Miss Johnson, guess what? I also have a video.”

Kate, usually so composed in front of the school administrators, stood exposed, her misconduct drawing concerned looks from the office

staff.

actions were clearly out of line,” a teacher said, shaking

this further. If Emma hadn’t kept

her eyes flashing with anger. “I’m Brad’s girlfriend! He’ll have your school

chuckle. “Stop making a fool of yourself. Brad can hardly take care of his own issues, let

Brad about Emma, remembering his indifferent response. It was obvious

poised and collected. She waited for Sean

fate.

the confrontation, some school officials approached Sean to discuss potential collaborations. Sean directed them to his

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full attention to

Sean said with a fond smile, his admiration

mother. She missed Stella, whom she had

in Emma’s mood, Sean quickly apologized. “I’m

smart too?” Emma

of pride and sadness. “She was the brightest of us all, brilliant from a young age. Many believed she could have been the leading economist of our time, but…” He let out

had never known about her mother’s genius. It seemed Emma’s sharp intellect might be a

the concert ticket I got you?” Sean asked with a warm

love it! I’ll definitely be there on

and even arranged a little surprise,” Sean assured

you, Uncle

said as he affectionately patted her head. “You’re my

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mentioned Sean and the concert to Liam, Liam’s first question was