Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

At Haldoria University . ༥ ཏྟཱི 50 % = 3 Finished Adriana still hadn't gone back to work at Langford Group . She was a little bummed because they still owed her half a month's pay . She sold the pricey purse she had bought on impulse and sent all the money straight to the orphanage's charity account . Not long after , Lydia gave her a call . Lydia was the head of the orphanage and had stuck around all these years to care for the kids no one else wanted . It was a small , low - profile place .

Most of the children there had disabilities or came from really tough situations , which made Lydia's job that much harder . She wasn't just looking after them - she was also handling their medical needs . " You sent more money again , didn't you ? " Lydia asked . Adriana smiled gently and said , " I've saved up a bit . Please take care of yourself too , Lydia . " " You're such a sweet girl . Didn't I tell you to hold off on sending money ? Keep it for yourself . You still have to go abroad , remember ? " Adriana paused for a second . " You're right ." Studying overseas was expensive .

Even if she had a guaranteed spot , the cost of living would add up to tens of thousands a year . And with a student visa , she'd only be allowed to work a few hours a day - not nearly enough . " Take care of yourself , Adriana , " Lydia said , her tone warm . " Oh , and lately , a few couples have come in , saying they lost a child . The description they provided matches yours . The police are doing DNA tests . Maybe you'll get lucky and find your real parents ." Adriana's smile faded a little . She didn't hold out hope anymore . She used to dream of her parents showing up to take her home.

But every time she woke up , it was the same . Nothing had changed . I'm just a kid someone abandoned . No one is coming back for Maybe they wanted me gone from the beginning . After ending the call , Adriana made her way toward the niversity's academic building . She had a meeting with her advisor to fill out the paperwork for her study abroad program . She stepped into the office and greeted him politely . " I I'm here for the application . " The advisor looked uneasy and avoided her eyes . " Adriana ... I know your situation . You're from the orphanage , and going overseas costs a lot .

You need to think practically- " 1/3 11:49 Fri , Jan 2 DO Chapter 13 He's Going to Fix It Right ? ས . 50 % OQ Finished Her heart sank . Something was off . " I'll cover my own expenses , " she said quickly . " You told me I'm top of the class . This spot was supposed to be mine . " He adjusted his glasses and hesitated . " Technically , yes . But ... the committee wanted to look at more than just grades . Your family background and social skills were brought up ... " Adriana's eyes started to sting . " But none of that was ever part of the criteria . You told me today was for the paperwork .

Did something change ? Just tell me the truth . " She tried not to cry , but her breathing grew unsteady . " I'm sorry ," the advisor said with a sigh . " It's not my call . The spot went to Cheryl . " Adriana's tears finally spilled over . I've worked so hard for this . That opportunity was supposed to be mine . Why did someone else take it from me ? " Why ? Study abroad spots are based on academic scores ... " Cheryl's grades aren't even close to mine . " Adriana , you know how things are at Haldoria . It's all politics and connections ... " He handed her some tissues . " Don't cry .

You can still apply for grad school here . There will be other chances ." " No , there won't , " she said softly , forcing a smile . " This year's spots and top professors only come around every few years . You know it . " This was her one shot to make a name for herself overseas . Now it was gone . The advisor let out another sigh . " Do you remember Rufus ? The guy who got sent abroad after bullying you in freshman year ? Cheryl Poe is his cousin . They're related . You get it , right ? The final decision's not official yet , but there's no way you'll win against them .

" He didn't say it straight out , but the message was clear - Cheryl had the right connections . " To be honest , this whole thing was arranged by Matthew from Langford Group . He personally reached out to the dean . " Adriana froze , her whole body trembling . Matthew had gone straight to the dean - just to hand Adriana's study abroad spot over to Natasha's cousin . Adriana's hands shook as she took out her phone . A mix of rage and heartbreak hit her all at once like a wave crashing down . She stumbled out of the office , barely aware of where she was going .

Her legs felt like jelly , and she had to lean against the wall to keep herself upright . Biting her p , she forced herself to stay on her feet and called Matthew . He knew . He knew exactly how much this meant to me . I'd been with him for four years . I told him over and over how important this opportunity was - how studying in Pastalia had always been my dream . I even told him how much I admired Professor Harrett , who's only accepting students for one more year . And now I've lost it all . 2/3 11:49 Fri , Jan 2 DO Chapter 13 He's Going to Fix It Right ? ༨.

50 % = - 白 Finished Matthew answered with a cold tone . " So now you remember how to call me ? Feeling bold lately , huh ? Where are you ? I'm coming to get you . " Adriana's whole body trembled , tears already in her eye . " Why ? " she cried , her voice cracking . " Why would you do this to me , Matthew ? I've never owed you anything ! You and your sister owe me ! What right do you have to take something that was mine , just to make Natasha happy ? " Her knees buckled , and she sat on the stairwell , sobbing uncontrollably . This was my one shot at something better .

The only real chance someone like me - an orphan , with nothing - can actually make it . And Matthew crushed it without a second thought . The silence on the phone dragged out before Matthew finally spoke again , sounding irritated . " You're talking about that overseas thing ? Natasha's cousin wanted to go , so I talked to the school. If you can't go this year , just try again next year . What's the big deal ? " Matthew didn't like how disobedient Adriana was being . He seemed to be slowly losing control over her .

Adriana sat there on the floor , holding her head , her body shaking with quiet sobs . How could he be so heartless ? " This was all I had left ... " she whispered , barely able to speak . " Please , Matthew . Please give it back . I'm begging you ." She'd never begged him for anything before . " This is Professor Harrett's last year taking students . There won't be another chance . Please . Just this once . Let me have it back ." Just this once . That was all she asked . " Fine ," Matthew said after a beat . " I'll talk to them again . Be at the apartment by 8:00 p.m. I want to see you .

" Then he hung up . Adriana wiped her face quickly , trying to pull herself together . She bolted down the stairs , her heart pounding in her chest . He's going to fix it ... right ? As long as I do what he wants , as long as I don't step out of lin , he'll keep his promise , right ? She had to believe it . She needed this more than anything . Send Gifts 60 Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

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