The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never
Chapter 998

“I didn’t do anything…” Confused by the unexpected accusation, Grace struggled to understand.

She had been in the infirmary and had no clue about Hannah’s actions the day before.

When the teacher confronted her, Grace was intimidated.

“I didn’t report anything… Could there be some mistake?” she questioned.

The teacher, unconvinced, dismissed her with a snort.

“Mistake?”

Grace, unable to come up with an explanation, just hung her head in silence.

Her quietness only made others think she was hiding something.

This led to whispers among the students.

“See, I knew something was off with her.

Remember how Avalynn got called out by a stranger yesterday and never returned? Grace must’ve set her up!”

“Exactly! Avalynn might not be friendly with you, but that’s no reason to get her sick.

”

“You’re just being petty because she didn’t help you when you fell.

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Feeling unfairly accused, Grace attempted to defend herself.

“I… I didn’t do anything to her! Please, you’ve got it all wrong!”

Just then, Avalynn entered, supported by a classmate, looking pale.

In a weak voice, she said, “Please, don’t blame Grace.

I’m just down with a cold.

”

Her gentle tone made everyone think it was Grace’s fault, and they refused to see the latter’s sincerity.

“Stay strong, Avalynn.

We’re with you.

Some people just can’t stand seeing others do better.

”

Avalynn shook her head, her voice tinged with sadness.

“It’s okay, really.

Thanks for worrying about me.

”

Her frightened look tugged at the heartstrings of those around her.

“I just can’t figure out what I did to make Grace so angry.

I’ll be more careful from now on.

” As she spoke, tears welled up in her eyes, seemingly showing the depth of her upset.

“Grace, this is too much!”

“Yeah, that’s just cruel.

”

“You might be jealous of Avalynn, but this is way out of Line!”