Chapter 51 No More Distancing
Chapter 51 No More Distancing.
Fanny’s eyes brightened as she gently tugged on Scarlet’s sleeve. “Mom, I also want to study. abroad.”
No sooner had she finished speaking than the host on stage announced the name of the first prize winner.
It was Jessica.
Jessica remained composed under pressure, managing to lighten the mood with an impromptu Brundelian joke, showcasing her exceptional skills. Not only was her everyday. performance impressive, but her public speaking skills were outstanding as well.
The applause from the audience was thunderous. Jessica stood up happily, accompanied by at middle–aged man who bore a resemblance to her, radiating with pride.
The disappointment on Fanny’s face was evident, but a hint of confusion flickered in her heart.
Where was Angela? Was she still with Jonathan?
She had met him with Christopher before. Wasn’t he usually distant? Why did he repeatedly help Angela?
He must have supported Angela today, which resulted in Stella’s dismissal.
Fanny bit her lip. If such a powerful person was on her side, she would have definitely won the first prize in this competition.
The host continued to announce the winners, but even after the third prize was announced, Fanny’s name was not mentioned.
Scarlet’s expression also turned sour.
Just for this speech slot, Samuel’s criminal record was about to be exposed, and James had spent $3500. The Kins Family had invested so much, but they didn’t even win a third prize. It was a complete loss.
Fanny snapped back to reality, her eyes welling up with tears. “How could this happen? Mom, does this mean I don’t have a chance to go abroad?”
Samuel also found it strange. Fanny was usually a diligent student. How could she not even win a third prize?
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Chapter 51 No More Distancing
“It must be Angela and Jonathan’s doing. Wait for me, Fanny. I’ll go talk to your school leaders. How can they operate in such an unfair manner?”
The more Scarlet thought about it, the more convinced she became. It must be Angela who was envious of Fand deliberately sabotaged her. Otherwise, why would they promise a slot and then deny it to Fanny at the last minute? It was just to upset Fanny.
“Mom, let it go. It’s my fault for not studying hard enough. If we go to the school leaders, and they say I’m not good enough, how will my classmates look at me?” Fanny covered her eyes
and ran off.
Scarlet was heartbroken and hurried to comfort her, no longer concerned about confronting the school leaders, “Fanny, don’t cry. You just want to go abroad, right? Can’t Mom afford to send you?”
Watching the two run off, Samuel hesitated for a moment, but instead of following them, he walked towards the judges‘ seats.
Not far away, Angela heard over the loudspeaker that the first prize went to Jessica and smiled.
As she guided Jonathan towards the school gate, she listened to the announcement.
Unexpectedly, in this lifetime, Fanny didn’t even receive a third prize.
She didn’t know if it was because she hadn’t reviewed well or if she had done something before the competition, and her heavy thoughts led to her poor performance.
Earlier in the office, knowing there were no surveillance cameras and solid evidence, Angela didn’t pursue it further.
Because even if she did, she wouldn’t be able to find out anything.
Just like the laxative that might have been intentionally given to Stella by Fanny, but they had no evidence to directly prove it.
Having suffered a lot from Fanny in secret, Angela knew it wouldn’t be easy to catch her red- handed.
She could only keep her distance from Fanny and the chaotic Kins Family as much as possible.
Fortunately, in this life, she had a new family and friends.
Angela looked down at Jonathan, her eyes filled with admiration. “Jonathan, Sebastian, thank
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came.
Her eyes were stinging, but she managed a smile. “Thank you, Sebastian. I appreciate your help today.”
But now, it seemed as if the barrier between them had faded.
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