With the possibility looming that Mia might be the heiress of the Lane family, Maya’s reluctance grew


    even stronger.


    Puzzled, ke spoke up, “Ms. Lane, I can’t help but feel that something isn’t quite right about this


    situation.


    “In the past, whenever news of finding the real heiress surfaced, there would be immediate and fervent


    responses from


    everyone.


    “But this time, their reactions seem oddly subdued, don’t you think? Mr. Connor didn’t even inquire


    about it!”


    “Come to think of it, it does seem strange.


    Π


    Just as doubts began to arise in Maya’s mind, Connor’s call unexpectedly came through.


    She couldn’t suppress a faint smile. ” Connors is on the line. It appears he’s probing for information.


    “Apart from Dominic, they all seem to be suspicious of my intentions, especially since I’m the one who


    discovered the ‘ heiress‘ this time. It’s understandable for them to be cautious and skeptical.”


    Maya promptly picked up the call. “Hello, Connor. Why are you calling?”


    After all, she was the one who typically


    initiatedmunication with him.


    “Maya, Dominic will be arriving in two- days. I’d like to meet this person you’ve found before his arrival.”


    “Connor, there’s no need to rush things. I’m concerned that if you visit her alone, it might raise her


    suspicions.


    “Let’s wait until everyone is present, and then we can approach her together. We wouldn’t want to


    startle her, would we?”


    Maya was determined not to let Connor visit Dana alone, fearing it could jeopardize her cover.


    Reluctantly, Connor agreed, “Alright,


    we’ll go together the day after tomorrow.


    Please look after her these next two days.


    Π


    “Rest assured, Connor, I’ll take excellent care of her. After all, she’s my closest friend. I couldn’t be


    happier that she’s returning to our family.‘


    After ending the call, Connor couldn’t help but smirk. “That should put an end to any suspicions Maya


    might have,” he remarked.


    Jason agreed with a nod. “I’ve had my doubts about Maya from the beginning. But Dominic was


    adamant about bringing her back for Grandma’s sake.”


    ude’s expression hardened. “At least now the primary culprit can’t evade justice.”


    Connor nodded in agreement. “Let’s await Dominic’s arrival and have him handle the situation with


    Maya directly. She certainly can’t remain here.”


    Upon Mia’s return to Nord City, it was imperative that they show her extra care.


    Meanwhile, in the study hall, Mia


    suddenly sneezed. Rubbing her nose, she couldn’t help but wonder who might be speaking ill of her.


    As Mia stepped out to refill her cup, she noticed her ssmates staring at her. When she nced in


    their direction, they quickly averted their eyes, leaving Mia feeling perplexed.


    Shortly after, she received a call from


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    Gina. “Hey Mia, are you still at the campus?”


    “Yes, I’m in the study hall.”


    “Mia, please take a look at what I’m


    sending. It seems like someone is trying to sabotage you.”


    Mia opened the link Gina had sent and 4 saw the headline on the college’s online forum that wrote,


    “Mia, the Genius Girl, Using Men to Seed!”


    She clicked on the post and found a picture of Timothy standing outside the study hall that evening, his


    back to the


    camera, directly in front of her.


    However, in the photo, Timothy’s figure. was striking, while she, panicked and concealed behind the


    crowd, appeared to have a darkerplexion and a much older–looking face.


    This tactic seemed oddly familiar.


    But this time, who could be behind it?


    Mia’s alleged actions came to light due to an anonymous report letter that was identally seen by


    members of the student council.


    The university swiftly blocked ess to the forum, but the news spread rapidly, and deleting posts


    couldn’t contain the


    situation.


    There was also gossip circting about Mia supposedly obtaining schrships through insider


    connections and relying on men to independently design the university hall.


    Coincidentally, it was graduation season.


    Despite taking a leave of absence from


    college, Mia had managed to umte enough credits to graduate, sparking discontent among


    many.


    As Mia remembered the university’s schrship announcement scheduled for the afternoon, she felt a


    headacheing.


    Approaching the notice board, she confirmed her name was listed. However, she soon found herself


    surrounded by a group of students, all wearing confrontational expressions.


    “Mia, you’ve got some exining to do!“