Chapter 22
Willow had a clever plan to clear her name. She casually mentioned to the class that she had epilepsy and that intense training could trigger it
When everyone heard her explanation, they finally understood why she hadn’t joined the training session. It all seemed reasonable now.
With her goal achieved, Willow dropped the act and left the lineup, looking a bit sad.
Before Willow walked away, she shot Eliana a triumphant glance. Inwardly, she thought Eliana was foolish to think Eliana could compete with her using such trivial tricks.
Eliana, however, just gave a slight smile, which unsettled Willow. A chill ran through Willow as she sensed something was off, but she still doubted Eliana could truly undermine her.
So, a lunchtime, Willow put on a show of tears and handed out treats to everyone.
She claimed someone was trying to tarnish her name by spreading lies on the forum, hinting that Eliana was the culprit, painting Eliana as a spiteful sister
This strategy worked well. People quickly sided with Willow and blamed Eliana for everything.
“Yeah, it must be Eliana. She’s probably jealous of your status as the real heiress and wants to ruin your reputation. How awful a girl said angrily.
“Exactly. We haven’t known you long, Willow, but who else would post those things on the forum? It has to be someone close to you who doesn’t want you to succeed,” a student analyzed.
think only Eliana seems suspicious. It must be her, someone exclaimed.
“We should be careful around her from now on, another chimed in.
Willow was delighted with their reactions. She had easily swayed these gullible people with a few words and some snacks.
Willow basked in their compliments and even posted her medical exemption on the forum to clear her name,
However, Willow was stunned when the forum erupted again with new evidence.
A post revealed her complete medical examination report from Avragow Hospital a few months ago, which clearly stated she was healthy, even slightly overweight.
This medical report wasn’t from long ago, which confirmed its authenticity,
How could such a drastic change have occurred in less than a month? The idea that Willow suddenly developed epilepsy seemed too far–fetched.
It was clear she had faked the medical exemption to avoid the intense training.
The forum buzzed with discussions
A few still believed Willow’s epilepsy story, but most were convinced she had faked the report, given the hospital’s clear statement of her good healthi
Willow’s reputation suffered yet another blow
Furious, Willow confronted Eliana, phone in hand. “Did you post any medical report on the forum?”
Eliana leaned casually against a tree, but even glancing at Willow. “Not pretending anymore, are your
Willow squinted, her anger rising. “Why are you always against me, Eliana?”
Eliana shrugged. “Against you? You’re the one who keeps causing me trouble.”
Seeing Eliana’s calm expression, Willow felt a surge of frustration and wanted to lash out.
But then she noticed a sinall group of students approaching and switched to her performance mode.
Looking pitiful, Willow said, “Eliana, I told you I don’t mind you taking e these tricks Mom and Dad raised you for righteen years. Even if you don’t care about them, at least show some decency”
eighteen years of my life. I can let it go. Why do you keep hurting me with
The group of students stopped to watch the drama unfold
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Chapter 22
Willow reached for Eliana’s arm, and as Eliana stood up, Willow fell to the ground. “Ouch! Eliana, why did you push me?”
Eliana looked at her coldly.
The onlookers rushed over. “Eliana, that’s too much! Posting rumors online is illegal, you know!”
Eliana glanced at them as if they were a bunch of fools. In her previous life, she might have been anxious and tried to explain, but not this time.
She had no time for their nonsense.
The lunch break was short, and she needed rest to stay strong for the afternoon training. Without a word, she turned and walked away.
Her indifference only fueled the crowd’s anger.
“What kind of person is she? What a liar!” a student commented
Willow, are you okay? Don’t worry. We believe in you. Eliana must have posted that on the forum. How shameless!” someone exclaimed. “She’s just jealous that you’re the real heiress and took away her life of luxury. That’s why she targets you. It’s disgusting, another added.
After Eliana lefi, she returned to her tent to rest. As soon as she stepped inside, she heard someone crying.
Following the sound. Eliana found Stella, whose face was covered with rashes that no amount of foundation could hide, and sweating only made it look worse. Stella sat on her bed, sobbing.
Stella’s face reminded Elians of her own past experience when she reacted to the sunscreen from Willow. Stella’s condition seemed even worse. Ellana had learned not to wear makeup during her reaction, which helped her recover more quickly.
Stella, however, continued using makeup, risking scars and permanent damage
Understanding how important appearance was to a woman, Eliana felt Stella’s despair.
After some thought, she approached Stella and said, “Stella, stop using makeup. I’ll give you a remedy. Get the ointment and apply it.”
Stella, her eyes red from crying, looked at Eliana, covering her face with her hands. “What did you say?”
Eliana picked up the sunscreen from Stella’s makeup bag and said firmly, “Stop using this.”
Stella sat up abruptly. “What do you mean?”
Eliana replied, “If you trust me, stop using it and get the ointment. If not, forget it”
Stella had suspected that Willow’s sunscreen might be causing her rash but wasn’t sure,
Hearing Eliana’s words, slae paused, realizing something. “Eliana, now I know you weren’t looking down on me before. You were warning me not to use Willow’s sunscreen, rigla?”
Eliana remained silent and searched for a picture of the ointment on her phone. “Use this ointment and avoid spicy food. You’ll be fine in six
Stella had been mocked for her ruined face and had to use heavy foundation daily, which only made it worse. She never expected Eliana to help
More tears streamed down Stella’s face. “Thank you… Thank you s
so much…
