Chapter 61

Ariana looked at me with some disappointment but ultimately understood my decision. "If you have to go, then go," she said softly. "I respect your choice, but I also hope that you can stand firm on your own in the future. "Don't keep letting Racquelle lead you around by the nose. If you do, you'll forever be living in her shadow." Her gentle words made it clear how much she respected and believed in me. Compared to Ariana, just the thought of Racquelle felt disgusting. All she ever did was use every trick she could to shamelessly humiliate and crush me, relishing in pressing me down into the dirt, enjoying the sight of me in my most miserable state. I didn't expect Ariana to actually let me go this time. A slight blush appeared on her cheeks when she saw my surprised expression. She took the opportunity and said, "Anyway, there's less than a month left. During this time, just try to clear things up with Racquelle. I'll wait for you." Her voice was extra soft, and her gaze towa