Chapter 56

Mia pulled out her phone and tapped its screen. Soon, the forum had many more topics discussing how Luna used every trick to get onto Wilson’s team. They described in detail how she tried to humbly convince her seniors and even seduced Wilson. Fortunately, Wilson resisted her and saw her for who she really was. That was why he kicked her off the team during the selection process.

Mia chuckled satisfactorily when she read the new posts. Society as a whole was quite tolerant and forgiving toward men, but it was vicious toward women. Once the rumors were out, Lima would definitely leave the college out of pure shame.

Moreover, Mia had the confidence that she could clear Wilson and the other seniors’ names even if the whole thing got blown out of proportion. She would start creating their image, portraying them as upright, incorruptible men who would never abuse their power for personal gain. That way, it would be safer for Mia to stay on the team. No one would accuse her of getting in with her looks instead of her capability. Her social status would also grow exponentially because she joined Wilson’s team.

Before she could savor her triumph, however, Wilson charged into the room and mentioned gravely, “Get everyone back here. I want to see them now.” Wyatt came out of his office with Than in tow. Trevor had just gotten back a minute ago, but he was also standing upright in front of Wilson. Mia was taken aback, and she hurriedly got to her feet.

“Is this about the news on the internet?”

Wyatt stepped forward with his tablet. Wilson scowled. “I told you guys that she’s free to get the hell out of the team. I also explicitly said to leave her alone. Are you guys morons? Is that why you disregarded my words and provoked her?”

“Is Russell too bored or something? Why did he have to let her shame him? Worse, people even recorded the whole thing and uploaded it onto the internet. He has dragged my reputation through the mud.”

“It’s bad enough that he went there to look for Luna. Why did he let her manipulate him this easily?”

“He should’ve bought his own Freelong watch if he wanted one. How could he accept a gift from a young lady after she cut back on her expenses and saved up for it? Where is his integrity?”

“I want all of you to come clean with me. What gifts have you received from Luna? Get all of them out and return them to her. If you owe her anything, I want you to pay her back. I don’t want rumors like this to make the rounds again!”

Wilson was tearing into everyone indiscriminately at this point. Not even Mia was spared. He pointed at her and started menacingly, “You’re no better than them either. I want you to remember that I don’t take mentees with character flaws. You can pass your grades with flying colors, and I still wouldn’t give a damn about it.”

“Lone didn’t lose to you because her thesis was worse than yours. It’s because she defamed you. That was when I was sure that her character was questionable.” “That was also why I seized the opportunity to discipline her. She wasn’t happy with it and wanted to leave the team. As her mentor, I respected her wish.” “At the same time, I also believed that I had done everything I could as her mentor at my team!”

“If I come to learn that you’re as cunning and crafty as she was, you will know the full extent of my ruthlessness and get booted out of my team!” Mia’s heart skipped a beat. This was a disaster. She had just pulled off a scheming stunt a minute ago. If Wilson ever found out about it, it could compromise her place on the team. Did that mean he would launch a meticulous investigation?

She was the victim of the alleged plagiarism incident. So, he didn’t suspect her at all. However, he and her seniors were involved in this. Mia had confidence in her own skills; she covered her tracks expertly, and it wouldn’t be that easy to trace the posts back to her. However, what if Wilson managed to find out?

Mia hadn’t secured her place on the team yet. She couldn’t afford to bear the risk at all. If she had known things would come to this, she wouldn’t have so rashly taken action. Instead, she would’ve bought time and plotted against Luna much later.

Lowering her head, Mia felt a wave of anxiety rise in her chest. “Understood, Professor Hanley. I will not do anything that’s against the college regulations or the…”

“Why isn’t he here yet? Hurry up and call him again!” Wilson tugged at his collar, and Ethan hastily got a chair for him to sit.

Back then, Wilson recruited Luna onto his team because of her countryside upbringing and submissive character. On top of that, she was an extraordinary student. He mistakenly thought that a young lady like her would be obedient and mature. He also counted on her not to stir up any trouble for him. However, there was one other, bigger reason why he had recruited her.