Chapter 113

Following Kennedy’s words, unease washed over Mia like an unwelcome tide.

She shot a hesitant glance toward Timothy, silently pleading with her eyes.

Timothy responded casually saying, “It’s alright.”

A sense of relief flooded Mia as she watched Kennedy usher Timothy his seat.

Timothy sat in the front row, signifying his esteemed position.

Puzzled, Mia wondered about Timothy’s unexpected presence, considering his demanding schedule.

However, the reason would soon unfold.

As Mia ascended the stage, Timothy, the generous sponsor behind the financial grant, took the initiative to personally bestow the awards upon the worthy recipients.

Mia observed Timothy’s polished appearance and graceful demeanor.

With the award certificate in hand, he cast a patronizing glance her way, remarking, “Keep up the good work.”

Suppressing her true sentiments, Mia offered a forced smile as she took the certificate, momentarily

a rebellious urge to confront him head–on.

swiftly, and without glancing

brisk pace, she could avoid any

on introducing her to Timothy, perhaps even extending a

no interest in

hall, her phone buzzed with a call from Riley.

chose not to pick up.

evening, Mia returned Riley’s call, explaining, “I apologize for missing your call, my phone

while I was in the study

hoped to invite you for dinner, especially given our esteemed guest today.

accurate. She felt relieved and grateful for her timely

hall and headed back to her marital

seated on the

his tablet.

commenting, “You seem busier

eyes and replied, “Well, you know what they say, the

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demeanor shifted abruptly, a shadow crossing his face. “That’s none of your concern,” he retorted sharply.

to press further. She walked away

expertly handle Laura’s surgery, she wouldn’t allow

unsettle her.

his phone, finding Heath’s message, “We’re still in search of a fitting doctor.”

massaged his temples, weariness evident on his face.

day, as Mia returned to college for her classes, an unsettling feeling

college’s online forum with a

on the post. Its contents were blunt–alleging

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