The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 221

Mr. Hammond’s face was impassive. His features were set in an expression that conveyed no sympathy for Madeline’s pleas. “Everyone has to pay for their mistakes,” he intoned. His voice was devoid of warmth. “You should have thought about the consequences when you decided to act.”

Madeline’s face was ashen, and she dissolved into tears once more.

Anthony, standing to the side, could only shake his head in a mix of frustration and resignation. “Hindsight is 20/20, as they say. You’d best head back to class. As for your punishment, we’ll discuss it thoroughly before making a decision.”

Before long, Madeline shuffled out of the office. Her figure was a portrait of dejection.

Watching her retreating back, Anthony sighed, “If only she’d put as much effort into her studies as she did into causing trouble and smearing her classmate.”

Mr. Hammond remained silent. His demeanor was unreadable.

It wasn’t long before Summer arrived at the office.

On her way there, her mind had raced through various excuses, and despite her inner turmoil, it was the message from Colton that finally steadied her nerves. So when she stepped into the office, her face was composed, and she nodded politely at Mr. Hammond and the other teachers, as if she wasn’t at the heart of the storm.

Mr. Hammond caught one glimpse of Summer and immediately noticed the depth of her composure; in such a situation, her calm was indeed remarkable.