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Chapter 98

Author: Summer Knowles
“Who said I wouldn’t participate in your university’s psychology competition?” A familiar voice rang out.

Sarah’s eyes widened in shock as she turned around.

The office door swung open, and Jane walked in with her assistant.

Lucy Chancer stared in disbelief. “Jane… Jane Lawrence!”

Jane ignored the stunned faces and walked up to the dean, shaking his hand. “Hello, I’m Jane Lawrence.”

“Ma’am, what brings you here?” Sarah asked, still frozen in place.

“We’ll discuss this later,” Jane replied, her attention shifting to Mrs. Chancer. “Madam, I’ve now confirmed that I will be attending the competition as a judge. This should no longer be considered an oversight, correct?”

Mrs. Chancer’s face darkened. She exchanged a baffled look with Lucy. How had Jane Lawrence been convinced? Could it have been Mr. Reynolds pulling strings again?

“Ms. Lawrence, you’re really agreeing to be a judge for the competition?” The dean asked, barely hiding his surprise.

Jane nodded. “Yes, it’s confirmed.”
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