Chapter 417
The school issued an official announcement.
Caleb Watson would not face any disciplinary action regarding the whistleblowing incident.
He could choose a new advisor based on his research interests, and the school would facilitate the communication.
Secondly, the investigation confirmed that a graduate student under Professor Victoria Lowell had swapped another person's project report during a competition.
The individuals involved were removed from their positions, and the graduate student, Ms. Xu, was expelled.
Thirdly, the investigation found that Victoria Lowell had engaged in违规招生行为 during admissions. The involved student, Jiang Mouting, was expelled.
The school expressed deep regret and apologized for the negative impact caused by Victoria Lowell's academic misconduct.
They promised comprehensive reforms to uphold academic integrity.
…
Shane Holloway stood at the office door.
A group of people barged in and began removing computers and materials.
Amelia Roscente rushed forward to stop them.
"Who are you? Do you know what this place is?"
"Victoria Lowell's office. Correct."
"You know and you still dare to touch these? These are confidential materials!"
One of them coldly pushed her aside.
"We are the investigation team. We are seizing evidence in accordance with the law. Please cooperate."
Amelia froze.
Shane suddenly exclaimed, "Quick, look at your phone! The school released a statement!"
Amelia snatched the phone.
The screen clearly displayed the expulsion list.
"I've been expelled? On what grounds!"
A member of the investigation team frowned at her.
"You know very well how you got admitted."
"Parasites who got in through bribery won't be tolerated by the school."
They left with the evidence.
Amelia collapsed onto the floor.
Seeing her miserable state, Shane suddenly felt relieved.
Someone was worse off than him. He didn't need to be afraid anymore.
"I'm leaving first."
He quickly slipped away.
The Roscente family estate.
Amelia pushed the door open, looking utterly defeated.
Victoria Roscente, wearing a facial mask, called out to her.
"Why aren't you changing your shoes? The sea cucumbers from Australia have arrived. Deliver them to Professor Lowell tomorrow."
"...It's unnecessary."
"You must send them! Our grades are still in her hands!"
Amelia suddenly erupted.
"All you know is giving gifts! This is bribery!"
Victoria poked her head.
"Without gifts, would you have achieved what you have today?"
Amelia cried and laughed hysterically.
"Admit it! You're doing this for your own pride!"
"Because your low education made Grandma dislike you!"
"You forced me and my brother to study and take graduate exams!"
"But I'm not cut out for it! Now I'm expelled! Are you satisfied?"
She ran upstairs crying.
Victoria stood frozen in place.
Her facial mask dropped to the floor.
The beauty device slipped from her hand.
Her back hunched over.
She seemed to age ten years in an instant.
…
The whistleblowing incident concluded with a huge stir.
The school was busy managing public opinion.
Netizens cheered for the victory.
Only Caleb remained as calm as ever.
After the storm passed, he seemed like an outsider.
Victoria Lowell had been dealt with.
But Caleb's academic career was at a standstill.
The school tried to connect him with advisors.
All refused.
Everyone at school avoided him.
The professors kept their distance.
He endured it silently.
Only Jude Granger was still willing to approach him.
"Bro, let's go to the cafeteria?"
"Let's wait until it's less crowded."
"It hurts to see this... You're a hero!"
Caleb patted his shoulder.
"I don't regret it."
"But without an advisor, how will you graduate?"
Jude wiped his tears.
Caleb smiled faintly.
"Who would want a professional whistleblower?"
His phone suddenly rang.
"Hello?"
"Caleb, it's Hannah."
His gaze paused.
"Are you free? Sophia Sullivan wants to see you."