The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Logan ended his call and strolled back alone, his spirits surprisingly high tonight. The chilly evening air felt almost pleasant as he walked.

Gemma, restless and unable to sleep, went to the window for some fresh air. Spotting Logan heading toward the dorm building, she couldn't deny the stir of emotions within her. After all, she had been at the forefront of those spreading rumors about him. Guilt and remorse washed over her, and after a moment's hesitation, she decided to confront the issue head-on.

Logan had just reached the entrance when he heard footsteps behind him. Turning around, he saw Gemma, hesitating for a moment.

"You looking for me?"

Gemma nodded sheepishly. "I have something I need to confess to you."

"What is it?" Logan paused his unlocking process to face her.

"That day on the balcony, we thought you were a player, and we talked behind your back. I came to apologize tonight. It was wrong of me to tarnish your reputation based on my assumptions. I'm sorry." Logan didn't respond immediately, leaving Gemma in an awkward silence.

"If I've offended you to the point of getting expelled, I understand. I just wanted to apologize; what I did was wrong," Gemma said, bowing slightly in sincerity.

Logan took a moment before asking, "And what made you label me a player? What was your evidence?"

"Wasn't there a photo on your desk with a woman? We assumed she was your girlfriend, but you've always been so kind to Faye, so we thought..." Gemma trailed off, finding it hard to continue.

Logan nearly burst into laughter but then became suspicious. If they had noticed, it meant the photo was indeed conspicuous. What if Faye had gotten the wrong idea too?

Remembering the odd vibes from Faye lately, Logan felt uneasy.

"Who else knows about this?"

Faye and Dr. Pendleton?

Logan now understood the situation but couldn't find it

at Gemma, he said, "Alright, I got

away, she heard Logan sigh deeply just as

Logan muttered to

graduation, but it seemed Gemma hadn't recognized

Faye to forget, but to suspect

wallpaper, Logan pondered, "So your gloominess was because

eventually drifted off to

morning, Logan's

elderly lady was being compelled to appean Initially reluctant, Logan had no patience for her excuses and had her brought

at Logan in the courtroom, having

"It's time to settle these

lawyer was relentless, presenting evidence and videos clearly, with no intention of

was predictable. Mrs. Johnson, lacking a lawyer and attacking anyone who spoke in court indiscriminately, faced her consequences despite

Logan, I realize my mistake. I was just too worried about my child. Please, give me another chance. Withdraw the lawsuit, please!" Despite her pleas, Logan remained unmoved until she

man! You just want to see me behind bars so you can continue your misdeeds. You'll get hit by a car just like that woman. Scoundrels!" she cursed. Logan was unfazed by her insults until she slandered Faye,

in the old woman as he walked away.

share the verdict? Did the

and answered nonchalantly, "Justice is always served, fairness resides in the

for Ms.

the live broadcast, felt her heart race, afraid yet