When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0642

You…” Hendrix was tongue–tied.

Christine spoke slowly and firmly, “My students deserve my protection. I’d rather forfeit any superficial recognition than let those who’ve hurt them benefit. That’s all there is to it.

“I didn’t put my name on this one, and I won’t in the future. The college had better be prepared for that, so you guys don’t act so shocked next time.”

Hendrix fell silent, already envisioning the future academic achievements of Miranda’s team slipping beyond their reach.

Beckett noticed Hendrix’s face turning pale and cautiously asked, “How’d it go? Is there any way to resolve this?”

“Not a smidge! Extend Joseph’s probation to 12 months!” Hendrix barked before storming back to his office and slamming the door.

Beckett felt a chill run down his spine. He’d never seen Hendrix this furious before.

Meanwhile, in the lab’s break area, Sebastian threw another dart and hit the bullseye. He sent the remaining darts flying in quick succession, each hitting the target dead center.

“Wow!” Madison’s jaw dropped. “Seb, have you been practicing? That aim is unbelievable!”

Sebastian replied, “I practiced for a few months.”

‘Madison was speechless. A few months? Was it for a competition?

“Do you think the college has heard by now?” she asked.

unscrewed a bottle

is it

up from her phone. “Dr. Young already had a talk with the

Madison’s eyes widened. “And?”

nothing to

a finger. But now they want to share the rewards?” Madison scoffed. “Life doesn’t

day worth celebrating–I’m thinking we should have a cheat

frowned. “I thought you weren’t

back saying I have a bit

Sebastian sighed.

look? You don’t think

Chapter 0642

“No, It’s not that….

“Yes, it is!”

just going to say… maybe I should help

Madison looked doubtful. “Why? Have

“Who says I haven’t?”

raised an

“I’m just saying that I can

“Fine!”

your building

“W–Why?”