All Her Secrets

Chapter 893 Paid Leave

Catherine stepped out of the lab to find Marshall standing at the door with a worried frown.

“What has got Professor Hartley frowning like it’s the end of the world? Why don’t you share the news and brighten my day too.”

Seeing her in a playful mood only deepened Marshall’s gloom. ” Catherine, I have something to tell you, but try not to freak out.”

Catherine remained calm, but her voice turned cooler. “Professor, out with it. I can take the pressure.”

Seeing her steady demeanor, Marshall bravely handed her his phone. “I’m at a loss for words. Have a look yourself.”

Catherine took the phone, and her expression tensed as she glanced at the screen. Marshall couldn’t quite read her, given her subtle reaction. Before he could ask, Catherine got straight to the point. “What’s the school’s move on this?”

Caught off guard by her composure, Marshall was visibly shaken. After all, people wouldn’t be as calm as Catherine in such a situation.

Marshall was silent, which prompted Catherine to ask, “You’re here to announce the school’s decision, aren’t you?”

Marshall reluctantly admitted. ” The school is giving

knew that the school had been quite

school’s decision,” she stated. “The lab’s yours.

the school will clear your name. Let

chill pill. Everything will be

“Catherine assured him.

Marshall, Catherine slipped off her lab coat and walked out, planning to collect her things from the

her phone rang with an unknown number. A chill passed through her eyes as

I’ll hang up,” Catherine snapped

hasty? Last time, I conceded. This time, how confident are you about getting out of this tight spot? How desperately must Styre University need your talent to keep you, despite the risk of harboring an alleged murderer? If you work with me, I can clear your name with ease.” The man’s voice

let out a cold laugh.

findings with us, and I’ll help you escape this predicament,” the voice confidently

a day to

her request.

up, Catherine turned to find Branden standing behind her, his sharp gaze