Chapter 172


    Chapter 172 Digging One’s Own Grave


    “Professor Morris, it’s not like that. Please, let me exin! I know I acted impulsively, and I deeply regret it.


    “I’m begging for your forgiveness! I promise I’ll never do such a thing again,” Celia pleaded with tearful eyes.


    n remained unmoved and said, “Ms. Hawkins, I don’t


    rmend you pursue joining my graduate program. Perhaps your academic performance might pass the threshold, but in terms of behavior and ethics


    Celia was in deep trouble.


    Rejection from n in their close–knitmunity would make it nearly impossible for her to pursue a career in design in the future.


    Susan waspletely stunned as well.


    She quickly stepped forward. “Professor Morris, Celia made a mistake. Please, give her another chance! She’ll work very hard; I’m sure of it,” she reassu


    On the side, Grace said, “Regardless of how exceptional one’s grades are, academic misconduct renders them irrelevant. Perhaps it’s best to consider a


    ‘No, Professor Morris! Even saints have their ws. Celia is still young. Please don’t let this mistake ruin her entire life!” Susan implored.


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    The crowd around them couldn’t help but gossip and point fingers at Celia.


    n didn’t say anything more but turned his attention to Grace and walked up to her.


    “Ms. Lewis, I’ve heard that you’ve established a boutique. Apparently, it’s known for its unique designs and is highly favored by the young women of the c


    “Looking at your work now, I must say that you truly live up to your reputation. Your designs have a distinct charm. I hope we can coborate in the future


    Grace modestly replied, “Professor Morris, your praise means a lot to me. Thank you for your kind words. I’ll continue to work hard.”


    n greatly admired Grace’s calm andposed demeanor. With a slight nod, he left with Mr. Gordon by his side.


    “Professor…” Susan wanted to say something more, but


    npletely ignored her. She stomped her foot in frustration but was left with no recourse.


    The crowd dispersed once n left, but the news of the fiasco at the exhibition was bound to spread quickly through Pamore’smunity


    like wildfires in a forest.


    Susan was deeply frustrated, and she struggled to hold back her tears.


    The promising future she had carefully nurtured for Celia had been destroyed, and she med


    It all on Grace.


    With an expression of unbridled hatred, Susan directed her anger at Grace. “Grace, why don’t youe after me instead? What’s your issue with Celia?


    Grace was rather speechless. Then, she said, “It appears that you still haven’te to terms with your own mistakes and insist on shifting me onto o


    “This is pure revenge! tant revenge! 1-” Susan was seething and reached out to p Grace.


    The next second, Benjamin swiftly grabbed her wrist.


    “Enough!”


    As soon as Susan realized it was Benjamin, her defiance waned. Her expression changed instantly as she put on an aggrieved expression.


    “Ben, your sister’s future has been ruined by this woman. You must help Cece!” Susan pleaded.


    Benjamin coldly retorted, “One reaps what one sows.”


    “What are you saying? We’re talking about your sister! How could you say such a thing as her brother?” Susan couldn’t believe her ears.


    Benjamin’s expression was hard to read.


    “Celia, from today onward, you’ll drop out of Pamore University


    and start working at thepany. You are not allowed to touch anything rted to design again.”


    Celia burst into tears upon hearing that. “Ben! Please, no! I don’t want to drop out.”


    Benjamin remained unfazed. “There’s no room for negotiation in this matter. If you refuse to work at thepany, I’ll cancel all your credit cards. You wo


    Chapter 173 Drive Her Further Away