Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom novel Chapter 8

Her life had been shattered before he finally remembered to care about her education.

How ironic.

She had devoted ten years of relentless study, hoping to change her fate. Just as her hard work was about to bear fruit, the oppressive forces proved insurmountable.

With a dismissive remark, the Linwood family had sealed her fate, effortlessly casting her into the depths of despair.

She could have had a bright future.

From a young age, her family's background couldn't compete with others. The only weapon she had was her extraordinary dedication to her studies.

Her dream was to get into an Ivy League university, pursue a master's, and then a doctorate. She wanted to become a professor, to stand on the podium and change the destinies of others like her through education.

But reality dealt her a harsh slap.

Instead of becoming who she aspired to be, she became a convict scorned by society, with a permanent stain on her record.

A blemish that would affect generations.

Thinking of this, Claire's hands clenched into fists, her nails digging deep into her palms, yet she remained unaware of the pain.

"Cresthaven Academy." Claire's voice was soft, almost gentle.

However, the mention of "Cresthaven Academy" was as heavy as a thousand-pound boulder, nearly suffocating Nathan, Adah, and Ethan.