Chapter 52

I wasn't entirely shocked. I knew that Alex was powerful, after all. I just didn't expect Alex to be so… charismatic. Mr. Augustine finally summoned up the courage to step forward. "Here's what we'll do, Mr. Hastings. We'll take full responsibility for the university's lack of oversight in this matter. Mr. Herbs lacked judgment and almost unfairly punished Ms. Ashford, so he'll be demoted." He continued, "As for the rumors, the university will release the original video on our official website to clear Ms. Ashford's name. Do you think that's acceptable?" Alex nodded slightly before turning to look at me. "What do you think?" "I think this is great," I said and nodded fervently. All I wanted was to dispel the rumors and free myself from all the public attention. I didn't want Alex to basically go to war on my behalf. I was worried that Alex would end up being involved with these absurd rumors as well. Someone like him shouldn't be stained by baseless gossip. "Alright then. We'll