She had never been struck before, and the incident left her feeling deeply upset and resentful towards Hannah.
As she sat stewing in her anger, Rexs calm voice broke through.
iihat did Miss Moore say to you in private?
Initially, Victoria wanted to dismiss his question.
However, feeling the sting of the slap, she meekly replied, She was just playing games with me!
Rex frowned, pressing for a clearer answer, I need to know exactly what she said to you.
She she said something really vague! Victoria struggled to explain, recounting Hannahs words. She told me sometimes its not about choosing the wrong path but being mislead by others. She mentioned changing schools might be good for me and hoped I would understand her point. How am I supposed to grasp what she meant by that? Maybe she was just taking revenge and mocking me!
Rex, however, grasped the meaning immediately.
With a frown, he exclaimed, Who on earth did you inherit your brain from? You certainly dont take after your mother or me!
Caught off guard by the sudden rebuke, Victoria looked at Rex with a hurt expression. Dad! Whats the problem?
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The problem is you! Youre being taken advantage of and youre still helping the other person count their money. Do you even realize that?
Rexs words were sharp.
Shocked by his blunt criticism, Victoria blinked back tears that started to spill over. I I dont know..
Seeing her distress, Rexs tone softened.
He rubbed his forehead, a sign of his frustration easing slightly.
Who encouraged you to behave like this?
Guilty and unsure, Victoria averted her eyes and remained silent.
Rexs frustration flared again. Are you going to tell me, or should I find out myself? Are you covering for the person who advised you?
Its not that Im trying to protect her! Victoria protested. I acted on my own. It has nothing to do with her. She just follows my lead. I told her to come up with a plan because I wanted to lash out. Its all my fault.
Though often spiteful, she wasnt inclined to shift the blame onto others.
However, Rex thought differently and said, You think she was advising you, but in fact, she was using you to further her own goals! Miss Moore told you that because she realized someone was misleading you!
Hearing this, Victoria shivered, looking up at Rex in disbelief.
She was about to object when a memory flashed through her mind, rendering her speechless.
She recalled a conversation days ago where Sadie had spoken negatively about Hannah, seemingly urging her to despise Hannah.
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Victoria felt a chill, as if she had fallen into an icy cavern.
How could she set me up like this?
Realization dawned, and Victorias anger flared. Im going to Halliday University right now! I need to confront her and find out why she would do this to me!
Enough!
Rexs voice boomed as he saw her furious expression. Even if you confront her, what will you say? Do you have any proof? Youve been deceived this time. You need to learn from it and stop being so conceited! Not everything revolves around you! Youre too naive!
Despite her frustration, Victoria had no choice but to curb her anger and sit quietly.
Rex then added, Miss Moore didnt even argue with you and tried to explain things to you. If it werent for her, Im mot sure I could have gotten you out of the police station today!
He sighed deeply and said resolutely, Your mother and I have talked it over and decided to send you abroad. Youve been relying on the resources of our family here, but once youre overseas, youll need to stand on your own two feet. Aside from your tuition and living expenses, we wont provide any further assistance.
Victoria turned to him in disbelief. My mom agreed to this?
She was shocked that her mother, who had always doted on her, supported the decision to send her abroad.
Rex met her gaze firmly and reiterated, Yes, we both agreed on this. The decision is final!