Rise of Robert,the youngest student billionaire.

CHAPTER 181

Amidst the tears and turmoil, Lily’s voice trembled with frustration as she affirmed, "I had nothing to do with this!

It was Derek—he’s the one responsible!" She turned to her mother, desperation in her eyes. "Can’t you see what he’s doing? He’s manipulating you—both of you!"

Mrs. Hartley’s face was lined with concern, but disbelief clouded her judgment. “Lily… how could you lay such grave accusations against your own brother?”

Lily snapped, her frustration boiling over. “Because it’s the truth! Can’t you see how he’s playing you all? He’s been doing it from the start!”

Derek, sensing an opportunity, quickly capitalized on her outburst. “You can’t handle the truth, can you?” he said smoothly, his voice dripping with mockery. “Just give it up already.”

Lily’s eyes flashed with anger as she fired back, “I know what you’re doing, Derek. I know you’re hell-bent on bringing me down. You’ll stop at nothing to make me look like the villain, but I won’t let you get away with it.”

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