Trick Him Into Divorce, Then Flee With His Unknow Kid novel Chapter 268

Chapter 268: Chapter 268 The Truth Behind Aster’s Name

“James, what’s gotten into you?” Oliver hadn’t expected James to confront Ryan like that. Now was definitely not the time for internal conflict, so he quickly stepped forward and positioned himself between them.

The matter involving Rose hadn’t even been resolved yet.

There was no reason for them to start fighting among themselves.

James didn’t know what had come over him. Perhaps it was everything that had happened lately that had made him realize just how heartless Ryan had been toward Rose. Inevitably, he found himself feeling an indescribable sympathy for her.

His handsome face tightened slightly. He took a deep breath and stepped back.

He would say nothing more to Ryan.

Instead, he turned his attention to Rose, who stood at the center of the storm.

Oliver quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

He looked at Ryan, uncertainty flickering in his eyes.

After all, if Rose were truly found guilty, then everything would really be... over.

Only then did Ryan casually look away. His posture hadn’t changed in the slightest. The hand resting on his lap continued to lazily twirl the metal lighter.

“What’s more, this matter hadn’t settled yet, had it?”

His voice was calm and devoid of emotion.

James said nothing.

He understood all too well.

Ryan was clearly standing by as a spectator, behaving as though the entire matter had nothing to do with him.

As for Rose, after her initial surprise, she had already regained her composure.

She was a smart woman. In only a few moments, she had already figured out where this situation was headed.

This matter...

Was inseparably connected to Samantha.

In fact, Samantha had come prepared.

Today’s event was no ordinary occasion. It was attended by the most respected figures in the entire medical community. If a scandal like this erupted in front of them, Rose’s career—and her exceptional appointment as an associate professor at NYU—could disappear overnight.

Everything she had worked for would vanish.

She would be dragged down from her pedestal and completely destroyed.

Grace frowned.

She couldn’t help glancing at Rose, who still stood there quietly.

She spoke calmly, “The truth must be investigated. We will not wrong anyone, but neither will we tolerate anyone who lacks respect for academic integrity.”

Dr. Nathan, however, set down his teacup and let out a mocking snort. “Since Miss Hill claims she has evidence, then let’s do exactly as she suggests and compare the facts.”

Rose knew countless eyes were fixed on her.

She spoke slowly and clearly. “My thesis was tampered with. I request a formal investigation.”

Hearing that, Samantha let out a derisive laugh. “At a time like this, claiming your thesis was tampered with is certainly a convenient excuse. Waiting until after the comparison to say that only makes you seem... even more guilty.”

She had calculated everything perfectly.

She knew Rose would inevitably claim the paper had been altered.

But under these circumstances...

Who would believe such a flimsy explanation?

People would only believe the evidence before them.

Rose looked at Samantha with a calm, icy gaze.

Samantha stood tall and composed, her posture elegant, her expression filled with disappointment and righteous determination, as though she were sacrificing family ties for the greater good.

Rose suddenly smiled.

She had never imagined this drama would become so spectacular.

A soft chuckle escaped her lips.

Yet that single laugh sent ripples throughout the conference hall.

For Rose—a twenty-seven-year-old professor appointed under exceptional circumstances—her very existence had already been controversial. For every person who admired her achievements, there were just as many who envied and resented them.

Immediately, someone shouted from the crowd, “NYU cannot keep a parasite who has compromised academic ethics! If the accusations are true, Professor Rose should be dismissed immediately!”

“That explains how she became a professor at such a young age. So this is what she’s been doing behind everyone’s backs—even committing academic fraud!”

“Rose must step down!”

“She isn’t worthy of being a role model for students!”

Voices of protest rose one after another.

The crowd became increasingly agitated.

Ryan, however, continued watching Rose with an unreadable gaze.

His fingertip lightly brushed over the indentation where his wedding ring had once rested.

Rose remained calm.

He remained expressionless.

James pressed his lips together and instinctively looked toward Grace and Dr. Nathan.

No matter how this unfolded...

The senior authorities had to speak.

Alicia was so anxious her face turned bright red. “Nothing has been decided yet! Please, everyone, calm down!”

Meanwhile, Caleb’s anger had already subsided.

After hearing Dr. Nathan’s composed response, he knew this situation could no longer truly harm Rose.

Except for one thing.

His phone suddenly vibrated.

A junior from the university had sent him a link.

It was a sensational exposé.

The headline read: "Professor Rose, Promoted Through an Unprecedented Appointment, Allegedly Interferes in the Relationship Between Medical Goddess ’Aster’ and the Heir of Ocean Star Group—Acting as Both Mistress and Homewrecker, With Serious Moral Misconduct!"

Because of her background, Rose was already one of NYU’s most recognizable professors.

The attention surrounding her was enormous.

As soon as the post went online, it exploded across campus.

The discussion spread like wildfire.

Countless vicious comments flooded in.

Caleb’s expression darkened.

At this critical moment, Rose had been accused of plagiarizing Aster’s research.

Now she was simultaneously being exposed as someone who had supposedly destroyed Aster’s relationship.

This was a coordinated attack designed to destroy Rose completely.

Not only would she be expelled from academia...

Her private life would also be dragged through the mud, ruining her reputation from every angle.

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