She Became Rich After Divorce by Georgina Lane

Chapter 271: Being Used As a Weapon Three people stood in the corridor, a scene observed by many students. "Love triangle" was one of the most gossip-worthy topics.

The speculation was rampant. It seemed like Peyton had won because Graappeared to be on her side and allowed her to hold his hand.

This was expected, after all. No matter what, Peyton was a virgin while Kate was not. Her looks didn't compare to Kate's, and her family background was far less impressive.

However, the Mathews family had money of its own, and they didn't need to marry Kate to secure their business. "Alright, you guys, stop arguing. The principal is already getting impatient, and we might get scolded." A girl with long hair suddenly opened the office door and walked out, speaking softly to the three of them. Upon hearing this, Gralooked at Peyton and, for the first time, put down his usual aloof demeanor, asking softly, "Do you wantto go with you?" Peyton's eyes brightened. This was exactly what she hoped for.

She had been worried that the principal might compromise due to Kate's background, and her family couldn't compete with these wealthy students. If she got expelled, she might not have another chance to attend school. Additionally, the Mathews family would never accept a tainted woman as their daughter-in-law. She was scared of the future. Graeme's offer was like a lifeline to her.

She could also take this chance to rub salt in Kate's wounds.

In the principal's office, there was a computer on a clean desk, and there were two wooden bookshelves by the wall. One was filled with books, and the other was filled with documents in leather binders. To the left upon entering the room was a set of black leather sofas from IKEA, and on a matching marble coffee table, there was an expensive teapot set. The room was lavishly furnished.

A tall window made the office bright and airy. Next to the window, there was a simple mini-golf course with green synthetic grass and a white ball and club, both made of pure gold with inscriptions. Kate silently observed everything and couldn't help but think to herself, "Ugh." The principal was likely receiving many gifts. Even if his salary was substantial, it wouldn't cover such luxury. Upon entering the room, a menacing roar met Kate head- on. Following the roar, a newspaper cflying, threatening to land square on her face. Quick as a cat, she sidestepped it, narrowly avoiding the impact.

"Whoosh..." The act of hurling the book created a small gust of wind, and the pages fluttered like a cheerful brook, landing on the floor. Kate gazed at the book that had nearly smacked her in the face, and on its cover was "Bible".

"Principal Shepard, I don't think Bible should be used as a weapon." Her words lingered in the room, and both Graand Peyton turned their attention toward her. In Graeme's mind, her words resonated brightly.

Meanwhile, Peyton couldn't help but fan the flames, "Kate, how could you upset the principal? He's our teacher and an elder. Think of all the effort he's put into this school. He worked hard and waited for years to get from being an academic advisor to his current position as the principal." Over these years, under Graeme's leadership, Akloit College had grown stronger and wealthier. Didn't he deserve to enjoy a bit of the good life? But now, a scandal had erupted before he could even fully enjoy his success. The school's board of directors had called him this morning to inquire about the situation. Akloit College had always focused on an image of academic excellence, catering to the elite and the offspring of the wealthy. Revealing that one of their female students was involved in "compensated dating" was a severe blow to their reputation. “Kate, explain to me, what's going on? Have you seen the news online? Our shis plastered all over the Akloit Daily!" "Shameful, isn't it? Just look at this, it's like they made a full-page spread just to show how pretty you are!" "Tell me, would you have died if you hadn't hung out? Who's the guy? Is he sthug from outside the school?" The rotund principal berated her in a torrent of angry words, his voice growing louder and louder, terrifying the students discussing matters in the hallway. They jumped at the sound.

It was a shock to see the laid-back principal so angry.

Everyone had a rough idea about what was happening, especially the three who had just entered the office, and one of them had just been the center of a media storm.

All the students went back to their activities.

Kate wanted to explain, but the principal kept talking like a machine gun, firing off insults. She didn't get the chance to speak.

Kate tried to say something, but the middle-aged man glared at her with anger.

"Did you find trouble forjust because you don't wantto retire?" Kate tried to explain, but the principal was still berating her, and she felt hopeless. The principal looked incensed.

Finally, after he finished speaking, it was Kate's turn. She was about to speak when the middle-aged man shot her a fierce, malicious glare.

"You just can't stand the fact that I'm about to retire, so you decided to create trouble for me, right?" "I didn't..."

"Don't speak, Kate, right? Your brother, Eddie, if I recall correctly, he m ts too. His was one of my students e excellende was a shining example for the whole school. As his sister, how cyou haven't learned a thing from him?" "I..."

"Letfinish. I want to know, what's wrong with you? You, with your privileged background end up doing something so disgraceful at a hotel. Your family will feel ashamed. You've brought unnecessary attention and gossip upon the school." "The school has decided. Your enrollment is terminated from today. Pack your things and go back." With that, he sat back in his chair, visibly angered. After all the talking, he felt a bit thirsty. He picked up a tea cup from the desk and poured himself swater.

In the end, he looked over to the other two people standing on the opposite side. Grawas the school's m heartthrob and a top student, also the son of his good friend. He had a favorable impression of Graeme, whose demeanor was far from Kate's. "Would you like some? Authentic earl grey tea." Graeme, still somewhat taken aback, quickly shook his head, his lips slightly twitching. "No, thank you, Principal Shepard." As for the other two, the principal didn't even ask. He simply lowered his head, blew on the tea leaves floating on the water's surface, and enjoyed the tea in silence.