Chapter 22 Evelina was at it again . She quickly jumped in , Sir , I just knew she wouldnt cheat . Lets not jump to conclusions , okay ? If you nullify her grades , it might seem like upholding fairness , but itll really hurt her. After some thought , the teacher said , Lemiras rank will be put on hold for now , pending further investigation . If the cheating turns out to be true , appropriate action will be taken . Once the teacher left , the classroom erupted into noise . One of Evelinas sidekicks sneered , I just knew her sudden improvement had to be cheating . A smug look crossed Evelinas face as she quickly texted Alaric . Alaric , what do we do ? Lemmy cheated to win your bet , and now she might get a disciplinary note . Im so worried about Lemmy ! ] Lemira simply opened her book and started reviewing . She didnt care about her rank being nullified . Evelina might influence the teacher , but she couldnt influence the university entrance exam scores ! Yet , she felt a pang of discomfort . After all , she had made plans with Orion that if she ranked in the top 100 , theyd play video games together . But she hadnt been to the infirmary lately , and Orion hadnt replied to any of her messages . Feeling a bit down , Lemira thought she had finally made a friend , but perhaps she was just overthinking it . As the morning classes ended , shrieks of excitement came from outside the classroom . Lemira looked up to see Alaric had arrived . What was he doing here ? Evelina , your brother is so hot . Proudly , Evelina accepted a cupcake from Alaric , Alaric , Lemmys right here . Maybe you should talk to her . If she apologizes and admits to the cheating , maybe she wont get disciplined . Alaric glanced at Lemira in the classroom . But Lemira didnt look up , quietly focused on her textbook . She knew why Alaric was here without guessing ; Evelina couldnt wait to see her humiliated . But she didnt care about her rank being nullified . And she definitely wouldnt admit to cheating ! Standing at the classroom door , Evelina feigned concern , Lemmy , Alarics here . Dont worry . Lemira pretended not to hear , ignoring Alaric outside . Alarics expression soured , his slight worry quickly fading away . What was there to worry about Lemira for ? He coldly said , Ill go see the teacher in the office first . And with that , Alaric turned and left . Only then did Evelina approach Lemira with the cupcake , Lemmy , Alaric only brought one cupcake for me . He probably just forgot about you . Ill share it with you . Lemira could see right through Evelinas bragging . She was used to it by now ; every time her brother visited , he brought gifts only for Evelina . She never got anything . She once complained to Lucian , who told her she was being naughty and didnt deserve gifts . But now , she couldnt care less about these so called gifts . Lemiras phone rang , and she saw it was Orion . She quickly stepped into the hallway , taking a deep breath before answering , Hello , Orion . How did the grades go ? Lemira felt a lump in her throat , I was ranked in the top 100 , but it looks like my score might be nullified . Orions laid back tone instantly turned serious as he heard this , What happened ? 1/1 In "Cross My Heart and Hope to Die" by CrushReel, Zoe Hale takes a daring step by marrying Ashton Cross, a man under suspicion for her sister's mysterious demise. As their relationship evolves, hidden truths unravel, intertwining love and suspense in this captivating romance novel. Exploring the complexities of loyalty and deception, the story delves deep into Zoe's quest for justice while navigating the unexpected twists of her heart. The enigmatic bond between Zoe and Ashton unfolds against a backdrop of secrets and revelations, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with each turn of the page. Set in a blend of romance and drama, "Cross My Heart and Hope to Die" stands out for its intricate character dynamics and the seamless fusion of passion and intrigue. With every chapter, CrushReel skillfully crafts a narrative that immerses readers in a world where love confronts darkness, leaving them yearning for more. Discover the enthralling saga of Zoe and Ashton, available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in this unique tale that defies conventions and promises an unforgettable literary experience.