Her Rebirth of Retribution novel Chapter 157

Thus, Quincy gritted her teeth and declared, “Let it become a big deal if it must. I won't admit to things I didn't do!”

Calista raised an eyebrow slightly, thinking that Quincy was the type who refused to give up until all hope was lost.

Her voice suddenly rose as she addressed Emmett. “I apologize for this spectacle. I would like to ask you to bear witness today. If it's proven that Quincy did indeed steal my work, I'm asking that the university expels her immediately.”

Emmett was shocked. I'm not entangled in some kind of family feud, am I?

Upon hearing Calista's words, Benedict was taken aback. He quickly responded, a hint of pleading in his tone. “Calista, I beg you, stop this! Whatever it is, let's talk about it at home!”

Upon hearing that Calista was planning to get rid of Quincy, Yelena became frantic. “Exactly! Your father has been unwell lately! Are you trying to upset him on purpose?”

Upon hearing this, Benedict quickly feigned a few coughs.

Calista cast him a sideways glance. “Dad, stop pretending. Before you arrived, I've given Quincy countless opportunities to confess. The reason things have escalated to this point isn't because of me, but her. She's the one pushing her luck! I know we're both equally dear and important to you, but you should have asked me before using me as a stepping stone for her!”

Initially, Benedict didn't think much of it, but Calista's words made his face beet red. He realized that Calista had indeed grown up, and was no longer the obedient child she once was, even daring to challenge him.

The crowd around them was growing larger. Sweat trickled down Quincy's forehead as she continuously shot pleading glances at Benedict. She hoped he would muster up some courage, ideally to drag Calista away. However, despite his visible frustration, Benedict remained silent.

Seeing the growing crowd, Emmett found himself without a choice and reluctantly asked, “Calista, you claim that Quincy stole your assignment. Do you have any evidence?”

Upon hearing this, Quincy thought of something and stiffly retorted, “Don't tell me you've been snooping on my work, and then fabricating evidence against me? I've spent a long time preparing this and only revealed it now to secure a mentor at the university. However, there would've been plenty of time for certain individuals with ulterior motives to create false evidence. Callie, we're family, let's not stoop so low!”

One had to admit that Quincy was indeed clever. From the beginning, she claimed to have been preparing her work for several years. If Calista were to produce any drafts or data stored on a computer, she could easily assert that Calista had snuck a peek at her work and deliberately fabricated false evidence. Moreover, she subtly hinted that they were “family”, hoping that Calista would back down.

Yet, how could Calista just back away like this?

With a smirk, Calista said, “So, you're aware that your actions are unsavory?”

“I have plenty of evidence. Now, I would like to request Mr. Gosling's presence. Today, I will surely make everything crystal clear! The thief can't get away with this!” said Calista shrilly.

A thief?