Chapter 436

Hannah’s gaze swept over the crowd. “Debra went to find Oscar because someone told her to. Who said anything about them dating?”

“What?” Freya staggered back, shock evident on her face. “But just now, it looked like they were…” Her voice trailed off as she replayed the scene in her mind; Oscar hadn’t shown any signs of affection. It was only Oscar’s proactive behavior that had alarmed her.

Debra’s voice was sharp. “You’re just jealous. You’re the one who wants to keep Oscar all to yourself.”

“That’s a lie!” Freya tried to argue.

Debra snorted. “You don’t even dare admit that you like someone. It shows your feelings are trivial. No wonder Oscar doesn’t even look at you.”

“You…”

“You messed up, and out of jealousy, you slandered me and Oscar. But have you ever thought that if this slander becomes true, you’re not just driving me away, you’re also ruining Oscar’s future? You’re so selfish. Why should he like you?”

Freya crumpled, her shoulders slumping in defeat.

Debra turned to Hannah. “Do what you see fit. I believe Mr. Cameron will make the right decision.”

Hannah nodded, her face stern. “Freya, are you leaving on your own, or should I have someone escort you out?”

Freya lifted her chin, clinging to her dignity. “I’ll leave on my own.”

“I’ll make sure my dad fires her,” Eve barked.

Debra watched Freya follow Hannah out. She knew the consequences of Freya’s actions: a firm dismissal. Freya wouldn’t have to pay the breach of contract penalty, but she would need to cover at least the training and accommodation fees, amounting to at least $500,000.

The crowd dispersed quickly.

The next morning, Debra found Freya packing her things in the dorm. The other trainees whispered scornfully.

“With that kind of morals, how did she manage to be our captain for so long?”

“She pretended to be so noble, but who knew she was doing such dirty things behind our backs?”

“Who would have thought our captain, who always acted disinterested in boys, actually liked Oscar? I wonder how Oscar will react when he finds out she slandered him and Debra out of jealousy.”

Everyone seemed to be enjoying her misfortune. Freya endured it, but the mention of Oscar was her breaking point.

“Even though I’m leaving now,” she said through gritted teeth, “there’s no guarantee I won’t make a comeback. You’d better be careful.”

It was rare for her to speak so harshly. After delivering her parting words, she pushed her suitcase out of the dormitory.

Standing outside the door, Debra watched her with an unreadable expression. Freya smiled coldly, asking, “Are you here just to watch me fail too?”

Debra met her gaze. “Yes and no. I could have found a place for you, but…”

Freya cut her off with a bitter laugh. “You? A fallen lady who can only rely on men? You have no right to judge me. I clawed my way up from nothing. You were just born with a silver spoon in your mouth.”

Debra’s voice was quiet but firm. “You’re capable, Freya. But you chose to harm your teammates, and I can’t have that. As for my abilities, you’ll never know the half of it.”