Chapter 1004: Chapter 1004 Apology_1 Chapter 1004: Chapter 1004 Apology_1 Allen Rivera was slightly stunned before regaining his composure. “Thank Jane McCain?”

“Right.” Aria Jackson agreed. “If it weren’t for Jane McCain bringing this up, cracking this case would have been tough.”

“And the Black Rose case,” Purple Summers added, “Even though it was a fake rose, it contributed to Clearwater City’s case-solving rate. We should thank her.”

Aria Jackson said, “Let’s have a meal together. Allen Rivera, you earn a lot, living alone with no family, what do you need all that money for? It’s time to treat us!”

The two went back and forth, and Allen found no opportunity to interject.

“My money may be plentiful, but not as much as Purple Summers’,” Allen said. “It wouldn’t even cover one card game for her husband.”

Purple Summers spread her hands. “But I didn’t put Jane McCain in prison.”

Aria Jackson also hurriedly cleared herself of any involvement. “Neither did I.”

Allen was silent for a while before he gave up the struggle. “Fine, I’ll treat.”

…

In the blink of an eye, it was Monday. The date for the court hearing of the dismembered catfish case was finally set–it would officially begin this Friday.

At the same time, related news exploded overnight, dominating the headlines of all news websites!

At such a time, Purple Summers was relieved that Jane McCain was in prison. Otherwise, seeing the news media portray her as a deranged female murderer, Jane McCain would probably go insane with fury.

The destructive power of language is immeasurable.

Purple Summers had called Ruby Spencer early, urging her to refrain from going out these days. She should deal with the company affairs from home for the time being and try not to watch the news to avoid unnecessary negative emotions.

A lawsuit was like a battle. It was crucial to keep morale steady and avoid disrupting one’s own ranks. Only then could one move forward without worry.

Purple Summers sat in the classroom, reviewed the news for a while, then stopped as the bell rang.

She didn’t want to be nitpicked by Victoria Morrison again.

Norton Young rushed into the classroom just before the bell stopped, saw a seat next to Purple Summers, and quickly sat down.

“Morning.” He smiled at Purple Summers, catching his breath, his chubby cheeks glistening with a fine sweat from rushing.

Purple Summers returned the greeting with a smile. “Morning.”

As if Norton had something to say, he hesitated. Seeing Victoria Morrison enter the classroom, he shrank back and kept quiet.

When Victoria Morrison walked in, the entire classroom fell silent.

She didn’t start lecturing right away but stood at the lectern for a while.

Just as everyone could hardly contain their whispered discussions, Victoria Morrison suddenly spoke–
“Last week in class, Purple Summers Simonson violated school norms by playing with her phone during the lesson. I confiscated the phone and threw it out of the window, causing certain property damage. For this, I deeply apologize and I also apologize to Purple Summers Simonson for my inappropriate behavior. I am sorry.”

With that, she bowed slightly in the direction where Purple Summers was seated.

The class erupted in murmurs.

The discussions continued as surprise and curiosity cast occasional glances onto Purple Summers.

Purple Summers remained calm, quietly looking at her textbook.

She was, in fact, a bit surprised herself.

Last time in the dean’s office, Victoria Morrison was stubborn, and Purple Summers thought she would not yield until litigation. She hadn’t expected…

So Victoria Morrison also knew how to back down. Could the dean have persuaded her?… Thinking about it, Victoria Morrison wouldn’t risk her teaching career on a gamble. That would be too unwise.

“Alright, let’s start the lesson now.”

After the apology, Victoria Morrison, expressionless, opened her lesson plan and, ignoring the whispers in the classroom, began to teach.

The lesson ended peacefully.

Victoria Morrison showed neither resentment nor did she make any more sarcastic and cynical remarks. She simply lectured with detachment and then left the classroom.

Purple Summers watched her leave, puzzled.

At that moment, Norton Young next to her spoke hesitantly. “Um… I have a favor to ask you. I don’t know if it’s… convenient for you…”