Chapter 73

In the advisor's office, Sharon, Brenda, Lillian, and I stood in a row in front of the desk. Our advisor was furious. After scolding us and giving us minor punishments, he dismissed us. As we were about to leave, the advisor called me back. Once we were alone, he said, "Evelyn, I'm not going to believe in those baseless rumors circulating on the forum. "But this incident is still bad for the school and for you. I hope you can handle the negative publicity." I hadn't yet mentioned to anyone that I attended the party with Mr. Minogue. Moreover, seeing girls in luxury cars was nothing unusual at St. Nicholas University. But I couldn't understand why I had become the center of these rumors or how I ended up as the main character in this scandal. "I will," I nodded. Despite my efforts to stay calm, I couldn't endure the constant, malicious speculation every day. On my way back to the dorm from the advisor's office, people kept pointing at and whispering about me. I pressed my lips tog