Chapter 72
Now, Eric had reached a point of no return. About to be expelled anyway? Fine, If he had to go, he was determined to expone “innocent school beauty” and ruin her reputation before leaving
He had pursued Maybelle for quite some time, convinced he knew her inside out. For the past three years, she’d stuck to a struer toutum the bus to school every day, reportedly living in some remote area that required a transfer. Her outfits, while not plain, were far from the styles of other pretty girls. When she occasionally wore an expensive item and people mocked her for it being fake, she always responderi calm. “Really! I wouldn’t know–I’m not into these things”
Over time, it became common knowledge that the school beauty from came from a poor family. This assumption initially led Fric to Lelieu du would be easy to woo. Yet after spending thousands on gifts, she still remained indifferent, and his irritation grew
At this moment, Eric stared at Maybelle with a smug expression, wondering how long she could keep up her act. In his mind, a girl from best part background couldn’t possibly come up with such a large sum of money within a day.
He figured that, Maybelle would resort to some usual tricks–acting pitiful, shedding a few crocodile tears, begging for mercy, or haggling user gifts.
to turn things around. If he could catch her slipping, he might use the opportunity to get
He even thought this might be his chance to reconsider his expulsion.
After all, he thought, there was no way the principal would actually expel him. Unlike these boring bookworms around him, he was the cap the basketball team–a star who brought glory to the school
But Maybelle remained calm, her expression never wavering, as if Erse didn’t even exist in her eyes. She raised an eyebrow and, with a mujer ut fact tone, said, “I’ve never accepted anything from you. Why would I owe you money!”
Eric froze in disbelief, she dared to deny it outright
“You didnt lake if he couldn’t help blurting out, “What did a dog take it then?
Jovie thought to herself, “Thanks Totally not offended
Eric’s classmates began to join in, burling accusations at Maybelle in his defense.
“Maybelle, how can you deny i
y this! Everyone in our class knows Eric has been chasing after you and showering you with expensive gifts”
“Yeah, we can all testify to that!”
Eric might be an obnoxious show–off most of the time, but he’s actually telling the truth this time. How could you just pretend like it never happened?
“If you really can’t pay him back, you could at least ask him for more time. Don’t just outright deny of And you’re supposed to be from Clas schne embarrassing
“This really shows what kind of person you are
“After taking allahose gifts, now you can’t bear to return the money?
“We understand your family situation isn’t great. If you’re struggling, just say so. We could even crowdsource for you if it’s that be
“Exactly. A little honesty wouldn’t kill you. I didn’t believe the gossip about you before. But now, lying about something this obvious: Thrs disappointing”
In her past life. Maybelle never cared about the gossip her classmates spread. She believed that as long as she was innocent, the truth wesidit i for itself, and idle talk couldn’t harm her
After starting over, she realized how wrong she was Rumors could destroy someone, sharper than any blader
From today on, she was determined to shut down every
ry ridiculous rumor before it could spread.
She looked at the students defending Eric, her expression calm and unbothered, and asked in a gentle tone. “May Tark
Her question left Eric’s classmates stunned, exchanging glances in confusion.
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“I don’t think I’ve ever seen that happen. Have you?”
“Nope. I only recall Eric giving her flowers once,
she didn’t even
take them. She just walked off
“What about you? You sit next to him, don’t you?”
I’m just his desk mate, not his shadow! How would I know? All I know is he’d come back bragging about how he left gifts in Maybelle’s classroom, saying she’d be his girlfriend any day now. Whether she actually accepted them? No clue.”
In the end, everyone came to a conclusion
*So, none of us have ever actually seen Maybelle accept his gifts!”
Afterwards, all eyes naturally turned to Eric, filled with skepticism
While others were gossiping the dean and principal were clearly distracted, both looking grim, thinking. How long will this go on?
After all, the heir to the Chi Group’s time was extremely valuable. It’s said he earns by the second–how could they ever get to the school’s investment talks if this continues?
Yet, despite everything, there was no sign of impatience on his face. It seemed like he was actually quite interested in the gossip? The principal and dean couldn’t figure out his intentions. Was this young tycoon seriously planning to act as judge here!
Facing everyone’s doubts. Sun Kai cracked. “Why are you all looking at me like that? I’m not lying! I did buy her all those gifts!” Afraid no one would believe him, he pointed at Maybelle, “Don’t be fooled by her act. Although she rejects everything I give her in person, that’s just her way of pretending to be high and mighty. Her best friend told me she’s just shy! Later, I secretly left the gifts in her desk, and she said. Maybelle would take them. Look, her best friend’s right there–yqu can ask her! She’ll vouch for me!”
Josie froze in fear the moment Eric suddenly called her OUL
Looking at Eric’s desperate, pleading gaze, Josie stuttered as she tried to deny, “N–n–no, I’ve never said anythirig like that.
Eric Furrowed his brow slightly. “Josie, you’re just too nice. I know you want to cover for her because you two are close, but this isn’t the time to cover for her! I’m about to get expelled. Just tell them the truth–it was her idea, wasn’t it?”
Josie opened her mouth but couldn’t speak, guilt written all over her face as she looked at Maybelle.
The room fell silent. Everyone, except Eric, seemed to figure out the truth.
Finally,
someone broke the silence.
“Well… Eric, have you ever considered that Josie might be playing you?”
