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?”

” The school is

she knew that the school had been quite forgiving towards her. With leaders above

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

much about this mess. If you’re innocent, the school will clear

chill pill. Everything will

“Catherine assured him.

her lab coat and walked out, planning to collect her things from

as she finished packing, her phone rang with an unknown number. A chill passed through her eyes as she answered to a cold male voice. “Miss

to the point, or I’ll hang up,” Catherine snapped

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

cold laugh.

with us, and I’ll help you

to think it

request.

behind her, his sharp gaze fixed on her. “You’re here,” she greeted