Plagiarism?Marcus did not seem like someone who would plagiarize.Yaslyn walked downstairs and asked, "Where's Marcus now?"Henry's brows furrowed. "He's at school now. The teacher called us, but I have a product launch ceremony, so I can't go. Or... Yaslyn, could you go find Marcus and see what happened?""Me?"Yaslyn did not expect Henry to say that."Yeah, I heard you tutored Marcus on the course knowledge. If there's a misunderstanding, you can help somehow."Henry's phone suddenly rang. He glanced at the urgent message on the screen and started heading out."Yaslyn, I'll leave it to you. I'll find you immediately after I'm done here."Although somewhat at a loss, she still decided to have a look when she thought of the situation Marcus could be in.Yaslyn arrived at the school. When she reached the principal's office, she heard Marcus's angry voice from inside."I've told you many times that cheat sheet isn't mine! How many more times do I need to say it?!"Yaslyn was
Donn felt guilty, avoiding eye contact."They should have surveillance in the classroom. If we check it, we'll know if Marcus was framed," Yaslyn suggested.When Yaslyn mentioned checking the surveillance, Donn visibly relaxed. He had hurried to the principal's office to delete the surveillance data to avoid being caught.The principal shook his head. "Unfortunately, there seem to have been issues with the surveillance today, and it didn't save."Without the surveillance video, Marcus could not clear his name. The principal subconsciously thought Marcus would likely make excuses due to his rebellious nature."No problem, let me take a look."The principal opened the computer's surveillance system while Yaslyn inspected it. As expected, the surveillance was not missing due to a glitch. Someone intentionally deleted it.Yaslyn quickly fixed it, restoring the computer's data with a few simple steps. The deleted surveillance videos were back."Principal, look."Yaslyn pointed at t
Yaslyn sighed. "You don't understand, Marcus—"Marcus cut her off. "I'm only two years younger than you, and I know my brother. Even though he talks to you coldly, he still cares about you.""I'm planning to move out, Marcus. You don't need to say anything more."Marcus was taken aback. "Move out? Why?"Seeing his shocked expression, Yaslyn explained, "Just as you said, my relationship with your brother isn't good. Being around each other will only make things more awkward.""You like my brother, don't you?"Yaslyn immediately refuted, "No."Marcus chuckled. "If you don't like him, why are you avoiding him? The Ms. Lyon I know wouldn't shy away from someone she doesn't like."Yaslyn was at a loss for words."Admit it if you like him. After all, I can see that my brother has feelings for you."Marcus made his point clear, and any further explanation from Yaslyn seemed futile.She fell silent, pondering for a while. Eventually, she decided to head to the office.When she arri
"Is liking someone really that important?"Yerick's words made Yaslyn laugh."Of course, it's important. Why would you be with someone if you don't like them, Yerick? What on earth could be more important than feelings?"Yerick paused, looking a little stunned. He had not expected her to say that."Plenty of things. We live in this tough world; we can't just care about feelings," he said.In Yerick's view, emotions were useless. He did not even think he had any."Okay, I hope you figure out what liking someone really means before you talk to me like this again," Yaslyn said, smiling at him before picking up her suitcase to leave.As she reached the grand door of the Warren family home, the butler stopped her, looking troubled. "Ms. Lyon, you can't leave like this! What will I tell Mr. Warren?""I'm just moving out, not cutting ties with the Warren family. You don't need to be so upset," Yaslyn replied, finding the butler's reaction both frustrating and amusing.Just then, Xoan
Before anyone could see who it was, Marcus's anxious voice echoed from the entrance. "What happened to my mom?"Sheldon's voice followed, sharp and urgent. "Has an ambulance been called?"Yerick bent down to check Sophie's heartbeat and breathing. He hesitated before saying, "It seems like she's okay now."Yaslyn looked at the family and stood up to explain, "Mrs. Warren probably fainted because she hasn't taken her medication for a long time, causing her congenital heart disease to act up suddenly. I've administered some emergency aid, so she's fine now."Yerick's sharp eyes noticed the silver needles scattered on the floor. "What are these?"Yaslyn neatly collected the silver needles, placed them back into their case, and quietly replied, "These are silver needles used for acupuncture."Sheldon looked at her doubtfully. "You can do acupuncture?"Yaslyn responded arrogantly, "Why wouldn't I be able to?"Marcus, learning that Yaslyn had saved Sophie, looked at her with widened
Sophie coughed lightly. "What happened to me?"Zaylee took her hand, her face filled with worry, "Mrs. Warren, you fainted. Thankfully, we found you in time. Are you hungry, Mrs. Warren? I can go get you something to eat."Zaylee glanced at Yaslyn and asked, "Yaslyn, can you come with me?"Yaslyn nodded as she glanced at Xoan, wanting to escape the awkward atmosphere among them."Alright."After stepping outside, Zaylee bought a heap of food as if she truly cared for Sophie. However, Yaslyn knew that a patient who had just woken up could not eat all this. Unsure of what Zaylee was up to, Yaslyn kept quiet.When they reached the door, Zaylee suddenly claimed her stomach was hurting and said she needed to buy some medicine but would be right back."Yaslyn, could you please give this food to Mrs. Warren?" she said, smiling apologetically.Yaslyn finally understood her intent and agreed, "Alright."Taking the bag of food, she went straight in.Zaylee waited a moment outside befor
Seeing Xoan's reaction, Yaslyn suddenly lost interest."Mr. Warren, you're always ready to act nobly," she remarked sarcastically.Xoan replied, "Zaylee's family has been having some issues lately. Three million dollars might be difficult for her, so I'll transfer it to you."Yaslyn knew what was happening, so she was intentionally hostile toward Zaylee. However, Yaslyn felt no need to continue the act after seeing Xoan stand up for her."No need, Mr. Warren. Keep it," Yaslyn said, realizing she did not want the money.Feeling like an outsider watching the interaction between Xoan and Zaylee, Yaslyn paused before turning and leaving the room. She felt calm without their presence.Yaslyn wandered into the garden to clear her mind and saw a group of people surrounding a young girl, seemingly ready to approach her."What are you doing?" Yaslyn asked.She grabbed the reaching hand of a man who seemed ready to touch the girl and yanked him aside, positioning herself protectively in
After some thought, Yaslyn drove to the Dark Night Bar. The place was bustling with noisy patrons, and the flickering lights made it hard to recognize faces. Yaslyn studied the location on her phone and finally spotted the young girl not far away.She had shed her innocent student appearance. She was dressed as a maid, seated beside a customer who was forcing her to drink.Was that really the same girl?Yaslyn watched her drink in pain and was forced to smile, her heart aching at the sight.Yaslyn wanted to help the girl because her father had died in a similar situation—sick, without the money to pay for treatment. Yaslyn had been helpless, only able to watch him die in his hospital bed.That was why she had to earn money, excel, and have the capability to protect those around her.Yaslyn approached, grabbing the girl's arm and pulling her to her feet."It's you..." the girl said, eyes wide."Ruby, is this your friend?" slurred the drunk man, eyeing Yaslyn's beautiful face and