Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 230

Chapter 230

“Shh.”

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Josh pressed his index finger to his lips in a gesture to silence her, reminding her that the ceremony had begun.

Then, he smiled warmly, his gaze full of affection as he reached out and ruffled her hair, just like he used to.

Medea, witnessing this scene, immediately stiffened.

“What’s wrong?” Calvin asked, concerned by her sudden change in expression.

“Josh is here,” Medea replied casually.

Calvin followed her gaze and saw Josh ruffling Eliza’s hair.

He paused for a moment but said nothing.

His expression was indifferent, giving off an air of cold detachment.

After a brief glance, he shifted his attention and no longer looked in their direction.

However, Medea couldn’t help but keep her focus on Josh.

She had seen how he looked at Eliza before, and she knew that Josh’s gaze wasn’t the same as when he looked at anyone else.

She began to wonder–was there something more to this?

The thought grew into a bold guess, one that sent a chill running through her.

She couldn’t suppress the cold feeling crawling up her spine.

She needed answers.

When Josh stepped out during a break, Medea seized the opportunity.

She excused herself and went outside, where she found him standing under a tree, on the phone.

Without hesitation, she walked up to him and bluntly asked, “The person you’ve always kept in your heart is Eliza, isn’t it?”

Josh’s expression froze for a moment. His eyes were cold as he stared at her.

But Medea was relentless, her voice sharper and more desperate.

The woman you’ve been hiding in your heart for seven years is Eliza, isn’t it?”

I have something to handle. I’ll talk to you later,” Josh replied coldly, hanging up the phone.

He shifted his gaze slightly, meeting Medea’s eyes with a look that was chilling “What does it have to do with you?”

His casual dismissal hit Medea like a slap, and her emotions were frayed “Answer met Is it her?” she asked, her voice trembling with Pury

Josh glared at her, his eyes piercing.

After a long silence, he finally answered in a tone that was final, unwavering, and cold. “Yes.”

He didn’t hide it, didn’t make excuses. He answered plainly and firmly.

“It’s always been her.”

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In that moment, Medea’s world seemed to collapse around her.

Her face turned pale as a ghost, her body feeling numb.

She had given him six years of her life, and this was the answer she got.

The man before her, the one she had given everything to, now showed her nothing but indifference.

she couldn’t catch her breath, as if something inside her was breaking apart.

The summer air felt strangely cold, and she couldn’t shake the oppressive chill.

osh didn’t give her another look. Without a word, he turned and walked away.

Medea stood there, her face drained of all color, as she slowly came to grips with the crushing weight of his words.

Meanwhile, Gideon, back in the office, stared at the phone in his hand, his face etched with shock and disbelief.

Did he just hear what he thought he heard?

osh liked Eliza?

And he had liked her for years??

Holy shit!

le wasn’t sure whether to book a flight and leave Washington immediately. What if Josh sent someone to “deal” with him?

t took Medea a while to regain her composure. She finally went back inside the ceremony hall, but Calvin was no longer sitting where he had been.

he didn’t pay much attention to it, her mind too chaotic to care.

‘rofessor William waved at her, and Medea forced herself to smile as she joined him.

few reporters came over to interview Professor William. He mentioned that his Chinese wasn’t very good and asked Medea to help answer questions on his

ehalf.

he reporters were curious about their relationship.

Tofessor William smiled warmly, “Moli is one of my Ph.D. students from when I taught at WT Business School.”

The reporters were taken aback. “Miss Wynn is Professor William’s student? That’s unexpected.”

Professor William praised Medea without reserve.

Moli is an exceptionally talented individual. She’s my pride.”

fer academic background became the topic of conversation, and soon, more reporters were gathering around her for interviews.

Some of them were familiar faces.

They had been arranged by Vivian, part of their well planned strategy.

When Medea received Professor William’s call, she had already figured out how to use this to her advantage and clear her name.

In wealthy families, there were usually two main criteria when choosing a wife: either social standing of talent.

Medea knew she couldn’t meet the social standing requirement–after all, few families could compare to the Young family

So, she focused on the second criterion–talent..

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Years ago, Regina realized this and invested heavily in Medea’s education, creating an image of her as a high–achieving, highly educated woman.

In the eyes of high society, high education and intelligence were seen as valuable traits–perfect for raising the next generation.

This was her greatest confidence.

Eliza didn’t stand a chance against her.

Medea glanced toward Eliza, who seemed not to notice her at all as she chatted with Josh.

liza either didn’t care or was pretending not to.

Maybe she was just trying to maintain her dignity with an indifferent attitude.

Moli, look here,” one of the reporters called, using Medea’s English name.

‘rofessor William had introduced her like that earlier.

ledea beamed, flashing a radiant smile at the reporter and posing for the photos.

liza, who had been talking to Josh, noticed and briefly looked over.

Ioli?

ledea’s English name?

That a coincidence!

he hadn’t used that name in years–back when she applied for the WT Business School offer.

ut after abandoning her chance to study abroad, she had completely stopped using it.

the reporter hadn’t called out to her, she might have completely forgotten about it.

iza only glanced in her direction before quickly looking away.

! that moment, Belle sent a message, asking Eliza for help because her period had suddenly started, and she didn’t have any sanitary napkins.

iza, who always carried a spare, immediately left her seat to find Belle.

se hot summer wind swept through the corridor, and as Eliza reached the end, she saw a familiar figure.

Le didn’t want any interaction with Calvin, but the only way to reach the restroom where Belle was waiting was through this corridor.

), she had no choice but to walk past him.

sivin stood at the end of the ball, quietly watching her. His eyes were deep and unreadable, showing no emotion.

nder his gaze, Eliza felt compelled to quicken her pare

s she brushed past him, Calvin suddenly reached out and grabbed her arm.

liza’s expression changed instantly she lifted her hand, intending to shake him off

ut Calvin’s grip tightened, almost as though he were determined not to let go

is hold was firm and painful

liza’s eyes grew cold as she looked at him and mocked, Mr. Young, are you having another episode?”

he had had enough of this back and forth with him.

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One moment, he was telling others that the unloved one was the real mistress. The next, he was holding onto her.

If he had mental issues, why didn’t he just go see a doctor?

Calvin lowered his gaze, his cold eyes never leaving her face.

He didn’t seem to be looking for anything, but there was an unsettling intensity in his stare.

His voice was devoid of warmth, tired and flat.

His words struck Eliza like a thunderbolt, leaving her stunned.

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