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

16 Your Final Warning The trending topic vanished fast . Adriana sat on the bed in her cheap motel room , a bitte smile tugging at her lips . སཏྟཱི , 50 % - Finished Money and power could erase anything . In just a single lay , it was like the news had never existed . Georgette sent her a voice message . " Adriana , people like us with no status or backing can't win against the rich . Please take care of yourself ." " Thanks ," Adriana replied . Georgette continued , " Cheryl tried to bribe me . She offered me 100 grand to turn on you and drag your name through the mud .

I didn't take it , but ... you should watch your back . Not everyone's going to say no to that kind of money . What if your classmates turn against you too ? " Her voice trembled . " I quit university because of her . That opportunity should've been mine . But she took it . She even got my roommates to cut me off by using her background ... Georgette's voice cracked . She understood how hard this fight was going to be . Adriana was fighting alone . That made everything harder and scarier . " I know ... " Adriana said softly , her voice shaky . Then , she forced a smile .

" Go to sleep , Georgette ... I'll be fine . I'm not scared of them . " When the call ended , she sat curled in the corner , arms wrapped around herself . She didn't let the tears fall . She couldn't afford to cry . And she wasn't going to quit . The university hadn't finalized the list for the overseas program . With public pressure still fresh , they were hesitant to release anything . That meant there was still a shot . Adriana wasn't backing down . Her phone kept buzzing . She'd already blocked Matthew , but he had his ways . A loud knock followed . " Adriana ! Open the door !

" Of course , he found me . He's Matthew , after all . But this time , something felt different . She felt a coldness creep into her . She had no idea what he'd do next for Natasha . " Adriana , open up ," Matthew snapped , clearly out of patience . She took a breath and pulled the door open . Matthew barged . in and shoved her back . 1/3 11:49 Fri , Jan 2 DD . 50 % Chapter 16 Your Final Warning 白 Finished Her spine slammed into the doorknob , pain shooting through her body . Her eyes welled up . Realizing he had gone too far , he let go . " What's with the drama ?

Why'd you leave the apartment and move into a dump like this ? " He glanced around the tiny , dim motel room . It cost 30 bucks a night and had no windows . It looked cramped and depressing . " Mr. Langford , just say what you're here to say ," Adriana said , lifting her head . She wanted to see just how far he'd go to hurt her now . " Give Cheryl the placement and I won't go after you online anymore , " he said with a deep frown . " Natasha's falling apart . Cheryl says you've pushed her to the edge and is threatening to end her life . What more do you want ? " Adriana could barely breathe .

Her lips moved , but nothing came out . I pushed her to the edge ? Seriously ? " I won't give it up ... " she finally said after a long pause , her voice steady . She meant it . " Adriana ! " Matthew snapped , grabbing her chin . " Have I been too soft on you ? Is this why you keep pushing back ? Just give her the placement . Tell me what you want in return ." His jaw tightened . He felt like he'd let her get away with too much . No one else would dare talk to him like this . " No ! " Adriana's eyes were red , but her voice didn't shake She glared at him .

" This is your final warning , " Matthew said , his expression dark with anger . He thought she needed to be forced into submission . " Do whatever you want , Mr. Langford . I'm not afraid of you ," Adriana whispered , biting her lip hard to keep herself from crying . She pulled the door open and pointed outside . " Please lave . " Matthew stared at her for a moment , scowling . After a moment , he turned and walked out . As soon as the door closed , Adriana dropped to the floo and broke down in tears . Why ... Why does he always toss me aside like I mean nothing Why ?!

Curtis got home after finishing work . " Mr. Lincoln , did you see what's been trending online ? " is assistant asked in a low voice . 2/3 11:49 Fri , Jan 200 Chapter 16 Your Final Warning Curtis didn't pay much attention to internet gossip . " What happened ? " སའ 5 ། Finishe " It's about Ms. Xander . Her placement for the overseas program was taken . She posted about it ... but now , it's gone . " The assistant pulled out his phone , eyes widening . " All the posts are gone . Everything's been cleaned up . " He opened Adriana's page and showed Curtis her portfolio .

" She ranked first in her major , but someone el took her placement . Now , the university and the other party are pressuring her hard . " Curtis tapped on the file and started scrolling through Adriana's work . Something flashed in his eyes- admiration . Send Gifts Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes.

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