Chapter 121

Debra’s words made Juan stiff. Debra pulled Erica and said, “Let’s go.” Before leaving, Erica spat at Juan. Originally, Debra hadn’t wanted to fall out with Juan, but she couldn’t bear it anymore.

“Juan…” Shelia cautiously tugged at his sleeve. “I’m sorry; it’s all my fault.”

“What’s going on with the bulletin board?” Juan suddenly interjected.

Shelia’s face twitched, but she quickly adopted a pitiful look. “Someone at school was jealous of Debra’s looks, so they spread rumors. Debra misunderstood; she thought it was me, so…”

Juan furrowed his brow. He never involved himself in Debra’s school matters, let alone knew the rumors. Debra had never mentioned them to him.

“It wasn’t me. I’ve explained this to Debra, but she didn’t believe me,” Shelia added.

Juan remained silent. Afraid he wouldn’t believe her, she bit her lip and continued, “The Inspection Team investigated and confirmed it wasn’t me. But Debra is biased against me and refuses to believe it.”

He didn’t offer any harsh words. He simply said, “Go to class. I’ve already discussed your overseas studies with the principal. Your recent grades have dropped significantly; if you can regain the top spot in the next exam, you’ll be guaranteed a place studying abroad.”

As Juan turned to leave, Shelia paused. She quickly hugged him from behind and whispered, “Juan, I don’t want to go abroad. Can I stay?”

Juan frowned, turning to look at her. “Studying abroad isn’t a joke. Tell me why you don’t want to go.”

Shelia hesitated. She had wanted to go abroad before because she believed that even if she went, Juan would always have her in his heart. But now, she didn’t want to go because she feared Debra would come between them.

“I just prefer to pursue my postgraduate studies here.”

Juan fell silent for a moment. “If that’s your choice, I’ll talk to the principal. But this year’s graduate entrance exam has already ended; you’ll have to wait.”

“I understand. I’ll study hard.” Shelia blushed. Despite the allure of studying overseas, she wanted to stay by Juan’s side.

After seeing Shelia off to class, Juan left the school. Joe waited in the car and asked, “Sir, are we heading back to the company?”

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“How is your investigation going?” Juan asked.

“Well, it was Miss Miles’ friends who spread rumors about Mrs. Nichols. Some time ago, someone posted on the bulletin board, claiming Mrs. Nichols was…”

Joe paused, not daring to continue. Instead, he sent the photos from his phone to Juan. They showed the bulletin board’s content; the headline read: Campus Bella Turns Out to Be Involved in Compensated Dating! Entered Arcane Academy’s graduate program through connections.

The photos were shocking. Joe noticed Juan’s bulging temples, knowing he was truly furious.