The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 240

The teachers in the conference room all raised their hands in unison.

At that moment, anxiously awaiting the school's decision, Mae was sweating bullets.

Mae clutched Eloise's arm in the classroom and asked, "Ellie, do you think I'll get expelled? Could that happen?"

Seeing Mae so wound up, Cindy tried to soothe her nerves. "Mae, don't freak out. It was an accident that you stepped on her hand. How could that lead to expulsion? Plus, I'm sure Ellie has had a word with Mr. Sutton. I bet this whole thing will blow over." No sooner had Cindy finished speaking than she turned to Eloise, who had been silent, and said, "Right, Ellie?"

Eloise managed a weak smile. She hadn't told Mae and Cindy that she hadn't spoken up for Mae.

Just yesterday, Kieran had confronted her when she arrived at the hospital. With her issues unresolved, she hadn't had the mood to deal with anyone else's problems.

took the credit anyway, saying, "I talked to Kieran about it yesterday,

eased. Yeah, what was Freya in the grand scheme of things? Even her engagement to

solid background, one could only expect to get bullied at Summit University. And it was just a step on the hand, after all. How could that be

a minor incident. Thinking so, Mae felt even more relieved. Thank goodness she had found a strong ally in Eloise. With her by Mae's side,

a flurry of

suit, with gold-rimmed glasses adding to his distinguished appearance. His every move exuded nobility and elegance. Ronan came, flanked by a dozen high-level bodyguards, a personal secretary, and two

grand entrance turned many

"Look, it's Mr. Beckett!"

Beckett coming to

you heard the rumors that Mr. Beckett has taken a special

was buzzing as everyone hurried over to

you're so lucky! Not only does Mr. Sutton fancy you, but