The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 130

When Charlotte spoke up, Anthony sat there looking every bit the dignified authority. But at her words, the faintest smile tugged at his lips. There was a warmth in his dark eyes that softened his whole face, turning that usual coolness into something magnetic and almost irresistible.

“So, little one, how do you want to prove it? The school will work with you,” he said.

His voice was gentle, his expression indulgent, nothing like the cold and intimidating man he’d been just moments before. It was like he’d become a completely different person.

Ronald couldn’t help but sneer to himself. Being beautiful really did have its perks. Charlotte would probably coast by on her looks for as long as she could.

Steven glanced nervously at Anthony, that stern profile making him uneasy. A disturbing thought crept into his mind. Sure, Charlotte was useless, but her looks were stunning, even more so than Olivia’s. If Anthony really took a liking to her, it could give the Main family a real advantage.

But then he shook off the idea. Anthony was on another level. Why would he ever go for someone who was all looks and no substance?

Charlotte met Anthony’s gaze for a brief moment, her eyes perfectly calm. She blinked, then looked away, her voice low and firm. “Pull up the footage from the study hall.”

She didn’t ask. She ordered.

Right then, Mr. Baker burst into the room, sweating and clutching his laptop.

“Sorry for the wait, everyone. The security system crashed for a bit, so it took some time to get it working again.” He glanced at Anthony, looking nervous. “Anthony, here’s the footage you asked for.”

People stared in disbelief. How had Anthony known Charlotte would ask for the security footage?

Anthony just nodded, his chin tilting slightly. “Show it to her.”

Watching Anthony’s face grow darker with every second, especially after Dennis’s comment—“I’m just curious how far this country girl will go to get your attention”—Henry Dean felt like he might pass out.

Dennis was frozen in shock. Olivia had promised him the footage was gone for good. She’d said all he had to do was blame Charlotte and no one would back her up.

“I was only joking with them, okay? I didn’t mean it…” Dennis finally started to panic as the truth played out on the screen. He clenched his jaw, scrambling for an excuse. “Anyway, I’m the one who really got hurt. Expulsion is way too much. The Board of Education would never allow it.”

Just as Dennis finished, there was a sharp knock at the door.

“Mr. Baker, someone from the Board of Education is here!”

Mr. Baker’s heart dropped. How had this student drama blown up so quickly?