My Mother Killed Me For Her Stepdaughter novel Chapter 88

My life improved significantly after I moved onto campus. Finally free from my family's shadow, I could focus on my studies. Rising at five in the morning and working until midnight, I immersed myself in my studies. The pressure of my intense study routine paid off, and my grades skyrocketed.

My daily schedule revolved around studying and a part-time job, the earnings from which covered my basic living expenses. To save money and stay focused, I even stopped using my mobile phone.

Before long, I became well-known at school for my outstanding academic performance.

One night, while working on homework in the dorm, my roommate, Olive Grant, entered with a container.

"Raya, are you studying again?" Olive asked, concern in her voice. "You're always working so hard. Aren't you tired?"

I looked up and smiled. "I'm okay. I'm used to it. What's in the container? It smells amazing!"

Olive nodded thoughtfully. "I guess I need to learn from you. Let's work hard together!"

I smiled, knowing I had found true friendship and support in this new environment.