Chapter 342
Chapter 342:
Her gaze swept coolly across the gathered students, each one shrinking beneath the weight of her stare. Her tone remained calm, yet there was an edge of steel beneath it. “Since they are still students and cannot be held legally accountable, summon their parents to the school. Let us see how they intend to take responsibility. And if they refuse to come?” A faint smile touched the corner of her mouth. “Then they can expect a legal notice p>
Having said her piece, Maia reclined further, the picture of patience, but every line of her body radiated unwavering resolve.
Across the room, the students blanched. Their fragile masks of composure cracked, panic leaking through in their darting eyes and trembling hands.
Loraine’s expression froze for a heartbeat. Then, deep in her chest, a cold sneer unfurled like a viper stirring from its coil.
“Summon their parents p>
She nearly laughed aloud at the thought. Did Maia even realize whose children she was threatening? These were not ordinary students — they were the privileged offspring of Wront’s most influential families, people who had built their lives around power plays and untouchable reputations. Provoking them could spell disaster. If this spiraled out of control, Ethan would not merely be expelled from Class One — he could be thrown out of the university altogether.
The idea simmered deliciously in Loraine’s mind. Watching Maia walk straight into her own ruin would be a satisfaction she would savor.
Plastering a mask of reluctant compliance over her glee, Loraine nodded with professional grace. “Miss Watson, since you insist, I will follow the proper procedures and notify the parents. I will ask them to come to the school as soon as possible p>
Meanwhile, on the far side of the city, Hurst had just returned from his trip abroad. Stepping off the plane, he loosened the knot of his tie and drew his phone from his jacket pocket, dialing his daughter Melanie’s number without hesitation.
His mood was buoyant. Thanks to Maia’s help, he had managed to purchase several fine wines at an enviable price.
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The call connected after two rings, and Melanie’s bright voice crackled through the line. “Dad! How was your flight p>
Hurst smiled. “Smooth. I just landed,” he said warmly. “How have you been these past few days? Are you keeping up with your classes? Getting along well with everyone p>
“I have! I’ve been doing really well,” Melanie said, her face lighting up with a smile. “You’ve always told me to pay attention in class, so how could I possibly ignore that p>
“Good girl,” Hurst replied, hearing the sweetness in her voice, and he felt himself finally ease up. “Make sure you’re well-behaved at school. Once I’m done with work, I’ll come grab you, and we’ll treat ourselves to a nice, fancy dinner p>
“Don’t worry, everything’s fine,” Melanie replied with a smile. “Ms. Harvey even praised me for how much I’ve improved. I’m sure the exams will be a breeze p>
“That’s my clever girl!” Hurst beamed with pride, offering a few more compliments before ending the call.
Meanwhile, his driver had been waiting outside for quite a while.
As Hurst got into the car, his phone buzzed in his pocket. He quickly checked the caller ID. It was Loraine, Melanie’s homeroom teacher.
A small smile crept onto Hurst’s face. It seemed his daughter was doing so well that her teacher was calling him personally to praise her. “Hello, Ms. Harvey. How can I help you?” he asked with a polite tone. But the next moment, Hurst’s expression changed. His smile vanished, and his forehead creased with concern.
Loraine’s voice came through, quiet but urgent. “Mr. Cooper, could you come to the school right away?” Hurst’s heart dropped.
Loraine had never called him out of the blue like this. Why was she doing it now? Melanie had just reassured him that everything was fine. What could possibly be wrong?