Chapter 16

Napakunot-noo si Dean Hernandez bago muling nagsalita. "I will have to call your parents to discuss this situation further. This is a violation of the university's policies."

"No, Dean, huwag. Huwag niyo tawagan ang parents ko. Ako ang may kasalanan," pakiusap ko, ngunit hindi ako pinapansin.

"I categorically deny any involvement with Ms. Valencia. This is a misunderstanding," mariing sabi ni Professor Zaiden, ngunit mas lalo akong nanginig sa kaba.

"The evidence is right in front of us. This video clearly shows an intimate moment between you and Ms. Valencia," sagot ni Dean Hernandez. "We need to address this issue seriously."

Tahimik akong nanatili sa aking upuan, ngunit nararamdaman ko ang pag-ikot ng mundo sa paligid ko. Gusto ko nang mawala sa sitwasyon na ito.

Professor Zaiden, still in denial, retorted, "Dean, I have no involvement with Ms. Valencia. I don't know why she's saying this."

"Enough!" The dean's patience was wearing thin. "We have evidence, Professor, in the form of