My Reborn Admirer Wins Over My Heart (Oriana) novel Chapter 90

**TITLE: He Returned to Break and Own Me and for His Queen**

**Chapter 90: Exposing the Truth**

Oriana had once believed that Cormac was the epitome of kindness, a true healer at heart. Yet, time and again, her naïve dreams had been dashed against the harsh rocks of reality. What she had perceived as genuine kindness was merely a façade, an elaborate act that Cormac had meticulously crafted for the outside world to witness—a carefully orchestrated illusion.

“Anyone can play the victim,” William scoffed, his voice dripping with disdain. He gestured for Lily to come closer, lifting her sleeve to reveal a deep, dark bruise that marred her delicate skin.

Oriana’s heart sank at the sight. Her eyes narrowed, and she shot a piercing glare at James, who stood nearby, clutching his neck and beginning to feel a wave of dizziness wash over him.

Under the weight of her gaze, James felt an unexplainable chill creep down his spine. Anger surged within him. How could he, a grown man, be intimidated by a mere woman? If he hadn’t been taken by surprise, would she have had the audacity to draw blood?

William, his voice booming, pointed at Lily’s injury. “Look for yourself! A grown man laying hands on a girl, and the bruising appears so quickly—he might have even struck her hard enough to hit the bone.” He then turned his attention to James, seizing him by the collar as if he were a mere kitten. Amidst James’ startled yelps, William cast a cursory glance at his injury. “Skin broken, but thankfully no damage to muscle or bone.” His eyes then flicked toward Oriana, a silent message passing between them.

Oriana caught the look from her teacher and obediently lowered her gaze, her heart racing as she awaited his next command.

William huffed, his eyes narrowing as they landed on Cormac. “I shouldn’t need to teach you about assessing injuries, should I? My girl was acting in self-defense. If he hadn’t struck first, they wouldn’t have even needed to bother with him.”

James stood there, utterly dumbfounded. Was he truly suspected of being less injured than Lily? “They were the ones who initiated this! Sneaking around with recordings! That’s… that’s illegal!” His head spun, and he blurted out whatever thoughts rushed through his mind.

Oriana let out a low, mocking laugh, her voice steady. “I haven’t used the recording for any illegal purposes. How can it be illegal?”

James’ eyes widened in disbelief. “What nonsense is this? The legality of use depends on the purpose! You’ve invaded my privacy!”

Oriana pointed toward the surveillance camera mounted in the lab. “This is a public space, James, where you were loudly boasting. That hardly qualifies as privacy.”

William shook his head in disappointment, turning to Cormac, whose expression was dark and brooding. “You really ought to make your student read more books!”

Even Cormac was taken aback. After the incident years ago, William had refrained from taking on students; he had practically retired from teaching.

Luna, who had been lurking in the background, reveling in the unfolding drama, widened her eyes in utter disbelief. William had actually chosen Oriana as his disciple? William had lost his reputation over the years, no longer willing to compete. Yet in his prime, his influence had rivaled that of Cormac today. He was even an old acquaintance of General Xander; she had seen him once at General Xander’s residence. Had she known that William would take on disciples again, she might not have set her sights on Cormac. After all, Cormac was always busy with numerous students—how could that compare to having a teacher with only one pupil?

That insufferable Oriana, how did she always manage to stumble upon such incredible luck? What infuriated Luna even more was that Oriana had kept this a secret when introducing Felix that night. What was she trying to prove? Bitch! Luna didn’t even realize that her face was twisted in a mask of rage.

Meanwhile, James was equally flabbergasted. Cormac’s junior? No way in hell would he ever acknowledge that!

Oriana herself was still reeling from the revelation. Just like that, she was now William’s student? Was this truly happening, or was she caught in a dream?

“It’s true, it’s true! Wow, Oriana, you’re incredible!!! You actually won over Mr. Flint!” Lily exclaimed, shaking Oriana excitedly, making her head spin. The reality of it all began to sink in.

“Let me tell you all something, even without this application, my girl can join the MDT. Because I am also one of the directing physicians. My student can join if she wants—no one’s approval is necessary.”