Chapter 120 whispers In the Club

The lecture hall buzzed with chatter as students exchanged stories and caught up on the latest news. Emma sat amongst her friends, a distant look in her eyes as she absentmindedly flipped through her notes. Her friends, engrossed in conversation about the latest gossip, seemed unaware of her detachment. "Did you hear about Juan Martinez?" one of her friends exclaimed, excitement evident in her voice. "He's the talk of the town! They say he's incredibly wealthy and charming." Emma nodded, feigning interest as she doodled absentmindedly in the margins of her notebook. She couldn't bring herself to engage in the conversation, her mind preoccupied with the turmoil brewing in her family life. Another friend leaned in a mischievous glint in her eye. "Rumor has it that he's looking for a companion to accompany him to the upcoming gala. Can you imagine, Emma? You could be the envy of every girl in town!" Emma forced a small smile, though her thoughts were elsewhere. She had no interest in