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"I'll go with you," she declared firmly, her tone resolute despite the weariness in her voice. "Besides, I could use some coffee" Emily remarked with a faint smile. "Maybe then this headache will finally start to fade away." Caleb's expression softened into a reassuring smile at her determination. "Okay," he replied gently. As the elevator doors closed, Caleb noticed Emily's uneasy demeanor and sensed her embarrassment lingering from the events of the night before. Wanting to divert her attention, he gently broached the subject of William. "So, what's your plan with William?" Caleb inquired, his tone casual yet curious, as they stood side by side in the elevator, the doors closing slowly. Emily fidgeted with the strap of her bag, her mind still tangled in the aftermath of their earlier discussion. "I'm not sure," she confessed, her words barely audible. "But one thing's for certain—I'm seriously considering taking legal action against him." "He lied to me, Caleb. He's
The Richest Heir CHAPTER 164
Caleb and Amanda locked eyes, a silent exchange fraught with tension passing between them, while Emily remained blissfully unaware, engrossed in her mobile device, scrolling without a care in the world. Suddenly, Emily's voice broke through the chaos, pulling Caleb's attention back to her. "Hey, why did you stop?" she asked, her tone laced with impatience. "I'm dying for a coffee after the night we had." Caleb's heart skipped a beat as he whipped his head in Emily's direction, a pang of dread coursing through him. Her innocent words, spoken so casually, felt like a spotlight illuminating the doubts swirling in Amanda's mind. He knew that her simple request would only serve to reinforce Amanda's misguided suspicions about the events of the previous night. With a sinking feeling, Caleb turned his gaze back to Amanda, only to find her shaking her head in disgust, her narrowed eyes boring into him with accusation. In that moment, he felt the weight of her judgment bearing do
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"What do you want Amanda?" he asked, his tone cool and detached. "I'm late for class and I were just leaving with my friend," he emphasized, casting a meaningful glance at Emily. Amanda raised an eyebrow, her gaze shifting between Caleb and Emily before settling back on Caleb. "Friend," she replied with disgust. Amanda's words sliced through the tension, each syllable laden with disappointment and frustration. Amanda's sneer cut through the air like a blade as she looked between Caleb and Emily. "I didn't think you were the type, Caleb, to get a hotel room with a woman," she remarked, her tone dripping with disdain. Caleb's jaw clenched, his fists tightening at his sides as anger flared within him. "Watch your words, Amanda," he warned, his voice low and steely, a barely restrained edge of anger seeping through his words. Amanda's lips curled into a sneer as she responded, "Watch my words? Why? Can't handle the truth?" Her tone dripped with sarcasm, a challenge
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Emily's fury surged as she pointed a trembling finger at Amanda. "Didn't I warn you to mind your tongue?" Emily hissed, her voice dripping with barely contained fury. "Caleb and I are simply friends, in case you need a reminder. We don't have that kind of relationship!" she continued, her tone firm and unwavering. "And frankly, it's none of your concern." Her words were like a shield, deflecting Amanda's accusations with a steely resolve. Her words hung in the air, charged with righteous indignation, as she stood her ground, refusing to let Amanda's accusations go unchallenged. Amanda's chuckle cut through the tension like a knife, her eyes narrowing as she fixed a glare on Emily. "Not that kind of relationship, huh?" she taunted, her tone dripping with sarcasm. "Both of you coming out of the elevator, shoes in hand," she continued, nodding towards Emily's heels that she carried in her hands, "it's really obvious what the both of you were up to last night." Emily's cheek
The Richest Heir CHAPTER 167
Emily's mind raced as she connected the dots. Could Amanda be the sister of the woman she had seen arriving in a luxurious Mercedes Benz at their apartment building? The same woman Caleb had dinner with at the Royal Palm Restaurant? At first, Emily had entertained the thought that Caleb might be financially supported by a wealthy woman after seeing him with the woman in the Mercedes Benz. However, Amanda's words only served to solidify her suspicions, making her believe that her initial guess could indeed be true. The pieces of the puzzle seemed to fit together seamlessly, leaving Emily with a sinking feeling that her speculation was more accurate than she had initially realized. Caleb really was supported by a woman. Caleb straightened his shoulders, his patience wearing thin as he locked eyes with Amanda. The weight of her accusations and insinuations bore down on him, but he refused to let them break his resolve. "What's it to you?" he demanded, his voice cold and firm
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Emily watched as Amanda disappeared from view, her departure leaving behind a palpable tension in the air. Her gaze then settled on Caleb, who stood nearby, his eyes unfocused, lost in his own thoughts. Licking her lips nervously, Emily took a deep breath and called out to him, "Caleb?" But there was no response. Caleb remained unresponsive, his gaze fixed on some distant point, lost in the labyrinth of his own mind. Concern etched across her features, Emily tentatively approached him, her hand trembling slightly as she reached out to place it on his shoulder. With a gentle shake, she tried to draw him back to the present, hoping to break through the barrier of his mind. Feeling Emily's hand on his shoulder, Caleb slowly turned to look at her, his expression blank as he waited for her to speak. "What?" he prompted, his voice tinged with a hint of confusion. Emily hesitated, her gaze drifting away for a moment as she struggled to find the right words. "Caleb," she began
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Unbelievable. You really are unbelievable." Caleb looked at her, a mixture of confusion and hurt clouding his features. He couldn't understand why she was suddenly so angry with him, and it weighed heavily on his mind as he searched for an explanation in her eyes. But Emily's gaze remained guarded, her emotions masked behind a veil of frustration and disappointment. "I know you've always had feelings for me," Emily began, her voice tinged with regret. "And I've said some truly awful things to you when I was with William. I could tell you were jealous, and I'm sorry for that. Despite everything, I've always had a good impression of you. Even though you're just an ordinary guy, and not wealthy, I've always seen you as a good person. You've been kind and supportive to me. If you had confessed your feelings, I might have even considered your proposal." She paused, her words hanging in the air before she continued, her tone turning colder. "But after finding out today that you'
The Richest Heir CHAPTER 170
As Caleb rode in the taxi to the college, he stared out of the window, his mind swirling with thoughts. The events of the day had left him feeling bewildered and disheartened. The accusation from Emily, believing he was aome sort of gigolo, and the looming possibility of Amanda spreading rumors had cast a shadow over him. He couldn't help but wonder how his life had taken such a sudden turn. On one hand, Emily's sudden mistrust had shaken him to the core. How could she so easily believe such baseless accusations? On the other hand, he dreaded the thought of facing Sophia. If Amanda were to relay her misconstrued version of events to Sophia, how would she react? Would she doubt him too? Despite knowing that nothing untoward had happened, the mere thought of Amanda's insinuations staining his reputation filled him with anxiety. Caleb couldn't shake off the feeling of impending doom as the taxi rolled on towards the college, each passing moment adding to his apprehension. As C
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As Caleb began to walk out of the classroom, Professor Hanks reached out and grabbed his hand, stopping him in his tracks. Her eyes were filled with a mix of concern and disbelief."Caleb," she said softly but firmly, "I need you to tell me the truth. Did you steal that money?"Caleb looked down at her hand gripping his and then met her gaze. He could see the earnest plea in her eyes, the hope that he wasn't guilty. He took a deep breath, his expression calm and resolute."No, Professor Hanks," he replied quietly. "I didn't steal the money."Professor Hanks studied his face for a long moment, searching for any hint of deceit. Finally, she released his hand with a sigh, a flicker of hope still lingering in her eyes."Alright, Caleb," she said firmly, her grip still strong on his hand. "But don't stay silent like you did here. You need to defend yourself clearly when you see the headmaster. Speak the truth and avoid any unnecessary remarks. I'll do everything in my power to support you,
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Jane’s eyes were fixed on Caleb, desperately waiting for him to say something, to shout, to scream his innocence. But he remained calm and collected, his gaze never wavering from Carl. Carl, noticing Caleb's unwavering calm, smirked and turned to Mr. Henderson. "Here's the proof, sir. Now it's up to you how you deal with this thief." Mr. Henderson glanced at Professor Hanks, who was staring at Caleb in shock, unable to reconcile the calm student with the accusations against him. Mr. Henderson nodded and said, "I can't believe after all this time we've actually caught the thief red-handed. Caleb, come with me to the staffroom. We will discuss further what we should do with you with the rest of the staff." Hearing Mr. Henderson's words, some students nodded in agreement, murmuring among themselves that Caleb should be punished. The accusation seemed to fit with the recent rumors and suspicions. However, those who were close to Caleb, especially Jake, Tommy, and Jane, were filled
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The students stared at Caleb with disgust, their eyes shifting between him and the pouch on his desk. Whispers and pointed fingers only deepened the collective disdain. Many had always harbored suspicions about Caleb, simply because he was poor. Yet, in the last few months, something had changed. Caleb had started spending money freely, treating classmates to dinners in expensive restaurants, flaunting an attitude of newfound confidence. The sudden shift was startling. Now, with Jane's pouch found among his belongings, the students were convinced their suspicions were confirmed. To them, Caleb's recent spending spree must have been funded by stolen money from the college. The atmosphere was thick with judgment, the air filled with murmurs and pointed looks. No one seemed to remember the Caleb who once struggled quietly. Instead, they saw only the image of a thief, their minds made up by the damning evidence before them. "I can't believe it!" another student exclaimed, shock evident
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"Well, Carl, after an hour, you'll regret what you're doing right now, and you will pay for what you have done." Carl narrowed his eyes at Caleb momentarily and chuckled, muttering under his breath, "Is that a threat?" Caleb didn’t bother to respond, his silence conveying more than words could. Carl shrugged off Caleb's words, confident that they were meaningless. What could a loser like Caleb do anyway? Carl's smirk grew as he unzipped the bag. He knew that as soon as the money was found, there would be no escape for Caleb. The whole class fell silent, the only sound being the slow, deliberate zip opening Caleb's bag. Kenneth leaned forward on his desk, casting a quick glance at Tracy, who had a small smirk playing on her lips. They knew that any moment now, their plan would come to fruition. On the other hand, Tommy and Jake watched nervously, their anxiety palpable. But the most anxious of all was Jane, the class monitor. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was
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"I..." Caleb began, weighing his words carefully. Caleb paused for a moment, his mind racing as he processed the situation. He instinctively slid his hands into his pockets, a subtle gesture to calm his nerves. His gaze shifted towards Carl once more, observing the smug confidence etched on his face. It was becoming clear to Caleb that Carl wasn't acting on mere suspicion but had orchestrated this accusation deliberately. The reason for Carl's unwavering confidence in Caleb's guilt pointed to a calculated plan. As Caleb pondered Carl's motives, his eyes flickered briefly to his desk where his bag lay discarded underneath. He couldn't shake the sinking feeling that the money, the very evidence Carl was banking on finding, might have already been planted there. A surge of frustration and anger welled up within him, but he maintained his composure outwardly, preparing to address Professor Hanks and the rest of the class with clarity and conviction. He had been set up. As his
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Professor Hanks's hand slammed down on the table with a resounding thud, instantly quelling the rising chatter that had filled the room. "Silence!" Her authoritative command cut through the noise like a knife, demanding the attention of every student present. Once the room had settled into a tense silence, she fixed her unwavering gaze on Caleb, her expression a blend of concern and determination. "Caleb," she began, her voice firm yet tinged with curiosity, "do you have anything to say?" Her eyes bore into his, silently urging him to speak up and address the accusations that had been thrown his way. Caleb paused for a moment, gathering his thoughts before standing up. "What Carl said just now-his analysis of what could have happened-is very reasonable," he began, his voice calm and measured. "However, there is one small thing he seems to have forgotten to mention." Professor Hanks furrowed her eyebrows, clearly intrigued. "And what might that be?" she prompted, her gaze s
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Mr. Henderson straightened his tie with an air of authority, smoothing back a few nonexistent strands of hair as he smiled at Professor Hanks. "Just before you arrived, we may have made some progress regarding the thief," Mr. Henderson announced, his voice projecting across the room. He briefly glanced over at Caleb, who met his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and concern. Professor Hanks furrowed her eyebrows, her expression shifting to one of focused curiosity. Stepping closer to Mr. Henderson, she asked in a firm tone, "What progress have you made?" Mr. Henderson's smile widened slightly, relishing the attention from Professor Hanks. Leaning in slightly, he lowered his voice as if sharing a confidential matter. "Before you got here, Carl accused Caleb of being the thief." Professor Hanks's eyebrows shot up in surprise. She scanned the room until her gaze landed on Caleb, who met her look with a disbelief apprehension. Carl stood smugly with his arms folded across his ches
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Mr. Henderson's expression shifted from annoyance to cautious interest. He fixed Carl with a penetrating stare. "You know who it is, Carl? Thrn enlighten us" he demanded, his voice low and serious, cutting through the chatter in the classroom. Carl took a deep breath, steeling himself before speaking again. "It's..." He hesitated for a moment, as if weighing his words carefully. The suspense in the room was palpable, each second feeling like an eternity as everyone waited for him to continue. As tension hung thick in the air of the classroom, Carl stood up abruptly, his face wearing a confident smirk. His words cut through the silence like a knife. "The thief is amongst us," Carl declared, his voice echoing off the walls, "and he is sitting in this room right now!" A collective gasp rippled through the classroom as students exchanged shocked glances. Whispers erupted like a sudden storm, as everyone began to scrutinize their classmates with newfound suspicion. Mr. Henderson, hi
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The professor's glare bore into Jane with unmasked frustration. "Do you have any brains ! Thats what happebscwhen you dont listen!" he bellowed, his voice echoing off the classroom walls. "I explicitly warned all students on the notice board to be vigilant with their belongings, knowing there's a thief among us. Yet you, young lady, have managed to have the entire class's fees stolen. And you dare call yourself a class monitor!"His words stung like a whip cracking through the air, each syllable laced with disappointment and accusation. The classroom seemed to shrink under the weight of his condemnation, leaving Jane visibly shaken under the harsh spotlight of Professor Henderson's scrutiny.Jane stood frozen under the professor's harsh gaze, her hands trembling slightly as she tried to find her voice amidst the palpable tension in the room."I... I'm sorry, Mr. Henderson," she stammered, her words coming out in a rush. "I... I didn't mean to... I thought... I thought it would be s
