The Queen They Buried

Chapter 99

Chapter 99

“Carmen,” Alica said, stroking Carmen’s hair, pride shining in her eyes. “Just focus on your studies. Your only goal now is to get into Rithol Art School. Leave anything or anyone else that might affect you to Mom.”

‘Such a thoughtful and intelligent girl is my daughter!’ she thought proudly.

Daxton stood by with a gentle smile, his gaze so tender it could melt anyone’s heart. He said softly, “Carmen, don’t worry about those negative voices. We have it all planned out. The local art competition is coming up, and I’ll make sure everything goes smoothly for you. Once you win that award, no one will dare question your talent again.”

“Mom, Daxton, you don’t have to do this. I can handle things myself,” Carmen said, looking genuinely overwhelmed.

“What do you mean you can handle this alone? You’ve got your whole family backing you up! The Wilson family’s power and wealth are there to make sure no one ever bullies you. Don’t worry, sweetheart, in my eyes, you’ll always be my one and only daughter,” Alice said firmly.

Carmen’s eyes welled up with gratitude. “Mom, Daxton, you’re both so good to me. I promise I’ll make you proud!”

Daxton said, “Silly girl, it’s okay if you don’t try hard. I will pave the way for you.”

and sweet. Just do your best, darling, your

taste in his mouth. Everyone was preoccupied with making sure Carmen wouldn’t face any judgment after being expelled from Rithol Art School and returning to Rithol High, pulling out all the stops to ensure she

person seemed to care that

sent home to reflect. Without her mother’s approval, Will

to look out for Aubree,

refused to get

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swamped. Though suspended from school, she wasn’t about to sit idle. She had signed up for an academic competition while juggling responsibilities at both her

confirming that everything at the club’s base was ready, Aubree contacted Hector

esports club on League of Legends, and would gradually expand into other competitive games after her

after the autumn finals. But Aubree offered him a hefty salary and

still developing and we’re short-staffed. Could you stay on for one more year? With Matilda here to help, your workload will be much lighter, won’t it?” The coach now bitterly regretted being fooled by Aubree’s innocent,

could handle his coaching duties now, but all the extra work, including running daily operations, recruiting new players, and building up and strengthening the second team, was dumped

for the fat paycheck, I

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