Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 299

Even though Medea was filled with resentment, she didn’t forget the reason she came here today.

Suppressing her jealousy, she walked directly towards Eliza.

Just as she was about to call out, a crowd suddenly rushed forward.

Armed with cameras and equipment, they charged straight to Eliza.

In the confusion, Medea stumbled and fell.

In the midst of the chaos, something harshly brushed against her face, causing sharp pain in her eyes.

Someone immediately started apologizing.

‘I’m so sorry, I didn’t mean to.”

It was a cameraman, carrying a tripod, who had brushed against her face.

The cameraman apologized sincerely and reached out to help her up.

‘I feel like I’ve seen you somewhere,” he said.

Medea quickly turned her face away, “It’s nothing, really.”

Seeing she was fine, the cameraman didn’t linger and hurried off to join the group of reporters surrounding Eliza.

After he left, Medea sighed in relief.

Luckily, he didn’t recognize her.

he had seen his press card earlier and he was from the Finance Channel.

f he had recognized her, it would have been a problem.

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With the academic fraud scandal still unresolved, she had been avoiding the media, hoping that the issue would slowly fade away.

ler face still stung from the tripod’s brush, but she couldn’t check the injury now. Instead, her focus shifted to Eliza.

he reporters had quickly surrounded her, asking questions one after another.

líza responded calmly to each one.

oon, Professor Adams and his team came out, and upon seeing Eliza surrounded by reporters, they immediately moved to offer their support.

‘rofessor Adams rarely accepted media interviews, but for Eliza, he was willing to make an exception, clearly showing how much he valued her.

The crowd of reporters was made up of top–tier media outlets, and there seemed to be dozens of them.

Even media from North City were present!

The last time Eliza went to Washington University to check her exam scores, Regina had arranged for a reporter from the Finance Channel with much effort.

But now, Eliza seemed to have all this at her fingertips, effortlessly.

Medea could only watch as Eliza was surrounded by influential figures from all industries.

the was the center of attention, admired by everyone around her, the epitome of success.

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Meanwhile, Medea only felt more and more embarrassed.

Professor Adams, concerned for Eliza, briefly spoke with the reporters and ended the interview.

After the reporters left, Eliza finally managed to break free and was about to leave.

Medea seized the opportunity and called out, “Eliza, can we talk?”

Eliza glanced at her, and the smile that had been there earlier faded slightly.

‘I don’t think there’s much for us to talk about.”

At this point, Everup held no value for her.

When Medea tried to take her recommended agency, Calvin had made concessions, offering her Everup’s resources.

But now, Medea’s repeated rejections had pushed Eliza’s patience to its limits.

She had always been in control, accustomed to being respected, but now she had to humble herself, her words sharp.

‘Eliza, I hope you can be fair and impartial, not letting personal grudges interfere with work. It’s unprofessional.”

Even now, Medea still believed Eliza was deliberately ignoring her out of jealousy for stealing Calvin away.

liza paused, then turned back, her gaze cold and unwavering as she locked eyes with Medea.

Personal grudges?”

he sneered, clearly unimpressed. “What personal grudges do I have with Miss Wynn?”

You know in your heart,” Medea said, her tone pointed, believing she had figured everything out.

liza looked at her, then smiled, her tone light yet cutting. “I really don’t know.”

You’re pretending! Aren’t you jealous that Calvin chose me and abandoned you?” Medea tried to use her own perception to belittle Eliza.

liza’s smile deepened, as though she had just heard the funniest joke. “Miss Wynn’s understanding is as laughable as your academic credentials.”

he mention of her academic fraud struck a nerve in Medea.

liza had just lightly touched the raw wound, snapping the taut string she had been holding for so long.

fedea’s expression twisted, her words sharp as she spoke,

Am I wrong? You’ve been single all this time because you can’t let go of Calvin. You’ve been avoiding new relationships, waiting for him to come back.”

he looked at Eliza with a smug expression, as if she had figured everything out.

liza’s smile never wavered, her tone slow and deliberate, carrying an unseen pressure. “That’s even more ridiculous, Why should I have to prove I’ve moved on from Calvin by dating another man?”

Is he that important?”

Medea’s angry expression faltered for a moment, confusion creeping in.

Eliza’s gaze shifted past her, directly landing on someone behind.

t was Calvin.

Je was watching her, his thoughts unreadable.

lize was certain that he had heard everything she had just said, but she didn’t care.

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She simply wanted them both to understand whether it was Calvin or Medea, neither of them mattered to her.

They weren’t worth the trouble.

She didn’t want them interfering with her, it was ruining her mood.

Medea, sensing something from Eliza’s gaze, quickly turned around, her eyes landing on Calvin.

He was there, standing beside Vivian, as if they had come together to pick her up.

Her expression softened slightly as she asked, “Calv, are you here to pick me up?”

Vivian responded, “I was worried you might be put in an awkward position, so I went to find brother–in–law.”

She added, “Luckily, he came.”

Calvin walked over, his gaze falling lightly on Medea’s face. “How did you get hurt?”

“It’s nothing, just a little scratch.”

Medea found herself gaining a bit of confidence, regaining her composure.

“I came here just to talk business with Eliza. Vivian is overreacting.”

She spoke with a tone of closeness, as though addressing someone familiar,

“You’re the one who’s overly concerned. Why are you so worried about me? You’re busy enough yourself, yet you still made time for this.”

She turned to look at Eliza, hoping to salvage some of her lost pride.

But Eliza had already left, clearly uninterested in their show of affection.

Eliza had gotten into Josh’s car.

osh had seen the whole scene earlier.

As Eliza was fastening her seatbelt, he teased, “Finally stopped chasing after the wrong kind of people. It’s a good thing!”

You’re laughing at me.” Eliza replied helplessly.

he regretted ever getting involved with Calvin, wishing she had never been so love–struck.

I wouldn’t dare laugh at you. Now you’re the most treasured disciple of our master.”

ince Josh had been drinking, he was not driving; the driver took the wheel.

le and Eliza sat in the back, chatting casually.

And today, Josh had something important to say.

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