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"You're not going to stoop to their level, but they are still spreading lies about you behind your back. When people start believing those lies, it won't hurt them. I'm just upset on your behalf," Selena said angrily.Seeing Selena fuming, Ariana couldn't help but smile. "You know they're just making stuff up. But I discovered something interesting.""What did you find?" Selena asked."Evelyn cheated.""What? Evelyn cheated?" Selena's eyes suddenly lit up.Evelyn was the president of the student union at Glea College. She always had excellent grades, although they had dipped a bit recently. With her well-known public image, who would believe that she cheated?"Ari, where did you hear that? Is it true?" Selena asked."I'm not 100% sure, but she looked very odd today. When the dean mentioned that he would catch cheating students, she seemed really nervous," Ariana explained."Exactly. If she hadn't cheated, why would she be nervous?" Selena said, grabbing Ariana's arm. "Let's go
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"Oh my goodness. Even with Brian protecting her, Evelyn is way too bold. How dare she secretly change her final exam answers? That's terrible! I don't think anyone in Glea College's 100-year history has ever done something like that!" Selena exclaimed.Selena could hardly imagine what punishment Evelyn would face if this were exposed.Expulsion might be the best-case scenario. The university could even blacklist her completely. No school would want a student with such a notorious reputation."So, how can we catch her?" Selena asked. "Today is the last exam, and it's going to be harder than yesterday. I bet many students won't know the answers. Evelyn might be afraid she'll fail, so she might repeat her trick by sneaking into the office to alter the exam paper. Should we stake out and catch her in the act?"Ariana shook her head. "This is too big for Evelyn to pull off alone. She must have accomplices in the student union, probably those closest to her. If we go on our own and they
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When Ariana saw her nearly perfect score on the website, she sat up happily.Selena quickly sent the list from the bulletin board to Ariana's phone.Ariana was in second place, while Evelyn held first place.Evelyn's score was nearly perfect. That score was among the best in recent years at Glea College, not to mention that the exam had been extremely difficult.Ariana became even more convinced that Evelyn must have cheated."Ari, you are so clever! I didn't expect that the passing mark would drop by 30 points! With that, many people can graduate."After all, it was a graduation exam. The administrators made the exam difficult, but they didn't say that the passing mark couldn't be lowered.Moreover, at Glea College, there were many children of business owners, so even if the scores were low, how low could they really be?With the passing mark lowered by 30 points, about 80% of the students should have been able to graduate.Over the phone, Selena continued, "But Evelyn's scor
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"It's just that my answers happen to be similar to the standard ones. Why accuse me of cheating?"At that moment, Evelyn was sitting in the dean's office. The dean looked deeply troubled. Others might be dealt with easily, but Evelyn was the woman Brian loved the most.Christopher said patiently, "Ms. Granger, I don't wish to suspect you of cheating. However, evidence has been posted on the school forum, and the school must take it seriously. This is merely a procedural matter. You are the president of the student union. I trust that you would never violate school rules and regulations."Christopher unconditionally favored Evelyn. Even if she had cheated, so what?Her status was different from everyone else's. Without solid proof, she would still be allowed to graduate.Hearing Christopher's words, Evelyn finally relaxed. At the very least, out of respect for Brian, Christopher wouldn't dare take any action against her.Evelyn said, "Mr. Gail, someone is deliberately trying to fr
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Christopher said, "Do you think I don't know that? What can we do? She has Mr. Lodge protecting her."Christopher felt quite frustrated.The person who reported this didn't provide any solid evidence, and yet the matter had escalated.With such ambiguous evidence, if he covered for her, people would say he did it on purpose. But if he didn't, he had no grounds to act without solid proof. He was stuck in the middle.Christopher said, "Go ahead and post a clarification stating that after our investigation, there is currently no suspicion of cheating against Evelyn. Ask the students not to blow this up too much."Right now, that was the only solution. If this didn't settle things, Christopher might not stay dean for much longer.…"This is too much! The school is just brushing this matter under the rug? Then what was all my effort in hiring paid posters for?" Selena said angrily, her face full of frustration.In just one afternoon, all their posts were banned. Although many studen
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When Selena saw the zero, she was stunned.How could it be zero?During the exam, Selena had glanced several times at Ariana, who was writing the answers confidently. Even if she hadn't performed well, there was no way she would have received a zero.Moreover, Ariana's exam score on the first day had been excellent. How could it suddenly drop so drastically on the second day?Something was definitely wrong.Selena immediately dialed Ariana's phone and anxiously said, "Ari! Have you seen your exam score? How can it be zero? Did you submit a blank paper during the exam?"On the other end of the phone, Ariana had already checked her score on the website. It was indeed zero.It seemed that Evelyn had no intention of letting her graduate, which only confirmed her suspicion was right.Meanwhile, Brian already knew Ariana's exam score.He had seen the exam paper that Ariana had answered on the second day. That score was nearly perfect. It definitely couldn't have been zero."Emily,
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The next day on the Glea College campus, the final exam scores for graduation were announced.On the school's bulletin board, it was clear that Evelyn had the highest score in the entire faculty.Evelyn had graduated with an almost perfect score, whereas, just like the previous day, Ariana had scored zero.On campus, Ariana blocked Evelyn's way.Looking at Ariana, Evelyn said impatiently, "Ms. Torrey, do you need something? I'm very busy and don't have time to chat. If it's not important, I'll be on my way."Ariana replied bluntly, "Ms. Granger, did you enjoy cheating and tearing up my exam paper that much?"Evelyn's face suddenly fell. "What nonsense are you spouting? I don't understand a word you're saying.""Don't understand, huh? You will soon understand," Ariana said ambiguously.Evelyn hurried after her, frowning as she commanded, "Stop right there!"Ariana stopped walking.Evelyn asked, "What did you mean by what you just said?"Ariana replied, "It meant nothing. You
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But this time, Evelyn had made a mistake.Ariana really did have evidence.More and more students gathered around, all wanting to know exactly what evidence Ariana held.Then, Ariana suddenly pulled out a USB drive.The onlookers looked curiously at the object in her hand."USB drive? What is she going to do with a USB drive?""How can a USB drive be evidence? She must be joking."...Evelyn said, "I don't understand what kind of evidence that is. Do you mean to say I hid a cheat sheet in the USB drive and then used a computer in class to cheat?""Of course not," Ariana replied. "This USB drive contains surveillance footage I recorded at the proctor's office door. It clearly shows the student union members breaking school rules and secretly altering exam papers.""Ariana! You installed a surveillance camera at the door of the proctor's office? Have you lost your mind?" Evelyn cried, unable to hold back.At that time, they shut off the power supply to prevent the surveillance
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The guests present all took in the scene before them. It was well known that Brian had always despised Ariana, but this time, he appeared visibly anxious about her in front of everyone.Ariana seemed unsurprised by the reactions of the guests around them. She withdrew her hand and said, "Thank you for your help, Mr. Lodge."Brian quickly realized that Ariana had just used him.Due to Lodge Co.'s stance toward Torrey Co., many had assumed that there was tension between the Lodges and Torreys. As a result, few corporate partners had been willing to initiate business dealings with the Torreys.Now that they have seen Brian and Ariana on better terms, many would likely approach the Torrey family."Ariana, did you just exploit me?" Brian had never realized just how cunning Ariana could be. He had always assumed she was clueless, but it was clear that he was the foolish one now."Didn't you say it yourself, Mr. Lodge? Mutual exploitation isn't a bad thing for either of us." Ariana shru
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Ariana didn't refuse. After all, spending more time with Brian in public would be beneficial for the Torrey family."Mr. Lodge, I never expected that just one word from Mrs. Lodge Senior would be enough for you to put your pride aside and come see me," Ariana remarked.Her words dripped with mockery, and there were even some traces of disdain toward Brian. It was the same attitude that he'd used to have toward her.Alas, their roles were reversed."Ariana, do you really think it's a good thing that Grandma has taken an interest in you?" Brian asked.Belinda's intentions were clear to anyone with a sharp eye, and Brian knew that Ariana could tell as well.His eyes roamed over Ariana. Tonight, she was meticulously and elegantly styled in a long, gold-embellished gown. She was the very image of grandeur.When he looked at Ariana from the side, he frowned. Her appearance at the moment overlapped with the image of Susan in his mind.Suddenly, Brian halted in his tracks and firmly
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Hushed whispers filled the surrounding area. Everyone wanted to know why Ariana had been invited to the Lodge family's gala.Inside the Royal Hotel, Emily knocked on the door of the second-floor break room. "Mr. Lodge, all the guests have arrived. We should head down now.""Got it," Brian replied and rubbed the bridge of his nose. The moment he closed his eyes, he could hear Ariana's words from the day before echoing in his mind.If it weren't for Belinda's insistence on hosting this gala, he wouldn't have wanted to see Ariana at all.…Meanwhile, downstairs in the banquet hall, all eyes were on Ariana the moment she appeared.It wasn't because of how extravagantly she was dressed, but rather the fact that she was now the sole heir of the Torrey family. Whoever married Ariana would stand to inherit everything she owned.If anything were to happen to Ariana, all of the Torrey family's assets would go to her husband, so every man in attendance had their eyes locked on her."Arian
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Brian knew exactly what Belinda's words meant. In the past, his engagement with Ariana had been purely due to her suitable family background. But now, marrying her would mean gaining control over the entire Torrey family. At that moment, the things that Ariana said to him earlier today played back in his mind. His sense of pride flared once again. "Grandma, you don't need to concern yourself with this matter. We have already annulled our engagement, and there is no way I'll propose to her again." With that, he turned around and headed upstairs. Belinda was well aware of Brian's character. Her expression darkened. Since he was unwilling to let go of his pride, then she would make the necessary arrangements for him.The next day, the news of Gwen's imprisonment and Igor's expulsion from the Torrey family spread like wildfire within the high society. As the sole heir of the family, Ariana successfully assumed full control of the Torrey family. As the turmoil at school also began
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"Ms. Piper, please follow me.""No! Mr. Lodge, I know you're a kind man. For old time's sake, please save Aunt Gwen!""I believe I already told you not to show up at my home again."Brian's eyes were cold. A single glance was enough to send a chill down Fiona's spine.Evelyn had already spoken to him a few days ago, informing him about the rumors circulating at school about him and Fiona. He was no stranger to the games women played, but he was simply too lazy to deal with it. After all, Fiona had nothing to do with him. Anyone in the right mind would recognize the vast gap in their social standing, and there was no chance they would be together. Those rumors were merely stories that Fiona had fabricated. He absolutely despised scheming women like her. Fiona still didn't know that Brian was already aware of her deeds. She cried, "But Aunt Gwen's imprisonment is also related to the Torrey family. Are you really not going to do anything about it?"Ms. Weston, what did I say earl
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"Then let me make it clear to you, you aren't the heir of the Torrey family, and you aren't my father's son. From a legal standpoint, you and your mother have nothing to do with our family. You'd better accept the fact, Mr. Igor."Ariana's voice was full of mockery. In her past life, she had foolishly handed over the company Carson left behind to Gwen and Igor. But in the end, the company went bankrupt in less than three years. Worse yet, Gwen had even fled with Igor and John.This time, she swore she would never give Gwen and Igor the slightest chance to entangle themselves with Torrey Co. "Take him away." Ariana's voice was cold.The bodyguard swiftly grabbed Igor and dragged him toward the front gate. Still wearing his slippers, Igor was ruthlessly dragged out of the Torrey residence, unable to resist."Pack up all of Igor and Gwen's things and toss them out.""Yes, Ms. Torrey."To prevent Igor from making a fuss, Ariana deliberately stationed him at the security post by the e
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It was already evening, and Igor had been waiting at home for Arian's call, but it never came. It wasn't until he saw a car from Torrey Co. pull up outside the gate that he immediately rushed out. The moment he saw Ariana get out of the car, he immediately snapped, "Why didn't you answer my call? Do you even know what has happened at home? Hurry up and come with me to the police station to bail my mom out!" Igor spoke in a commanding tone as he grabbed Ariana's hand and dragged her in the direction of the police station. But to his surprise, she pushed him away. Caught off guard by her move, Igor stared at her in disbelief. He sneered, "Ariana! Have you lost your mind? How dare you push me?" Igor had always had his way and never expected that Ariana would dare push him away.Just as he was about to grab Ariana again, Miranda stepped forward. With a simple move, she easily restrained Igor, rendering him unable to resist. "Ms. Ziegler! Have you lost your mind too? How dare you
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Looking over the money and goods in his possession, Jeremy nodded in satisfaction. He left the Torrey residence with his group of lackeys.Gwen's legs finally gave out and she collapsed onto the floor. She had only borrowed money from the loan sharks just once. She couldn't believe that it would lead her to become completely penniless.Meanwhile, Ariana, who was still at the office, received a call from Jeremy."Ms. Torrey, it has been done. All that's left is to wait for the goods to be exchanged into cash.""I understand. Thank you for your hard work.""You're welcome. We were just following Mr. Smith's orders."Ariana smiled lightly. It was indeed all thanks to Victor's efforts. Without Victor's help, she wouldn't have been able to reclaim all of Gwen's and Igor's wealth and assets so easily. This was the wealth and assets that rightfully belonged to her father.Ariana lifted her head to look at Miranda after she disconnected the call. "It's done. Start the next phase," she s
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"Ms. Lambert, this is all so sudden. Did something happen?" Ariana asked.No matter how terrible the circumstance she was in, Gwen would never tell Ariana that she had borrowed money from loan sharks. It was part of the Torreys' principles to never come into contact with them.If word about this got out, Gwen would never be able to live it down. Ariana might even use it against her to kick her out of the family.Ariana knew from the beginning that Gwen would never come clean to her about the loan sharks. She just smiled and said, "I'll send a contract to you. Once you put your signature on it, the contract will immediately go into effect. I'll have someone in the finance department transfer the money to you. "However, Ms. Lambert, please be informed this also means that you and Igor will give up the right to all of the inheritance my father left behind."Being face to face with the terrifying loan sharks, Gwen couldn't even spare a moment to think about the consequences of signin
