Rebirth In Divorce My New Mr. Perfect (by Summer Knowles) novel Chapter 316

Linda wasn't afraid of Sarah - she only feared losing Eric's affection forever.

"For a psychology researcher, you should really examine your own mental state." Eric's voice was ice-cold as he walked away.

Linda sank to the floor. "Eric..."

The Decker Committee didn't waste time. They announced Linda's punishment immediately after posting the defense results.

When the results went live on the university website, Sarah's name topped the list.

She had done it - Sarah Sanders was officially the Decker Competition champion.

Her victory made history as the first international winner, stunning both the organizers and the Psychology Research Institute.

Jane was thrilled, since she had recommended Sarah.

She knew the Knox Institute researchers were already interested in Sarah. They would likely extend an invitation at tomorrow's award ceremony.

The ceremony was scheduled for two days later at Saint Nock Hall. Before the ceremony, officials released an announcement.

"Contestant Linda Ruben is disqualified for unfair competition and malicious conduct. All competition results revoked and lifetime ban from future competitions."

This announcement was shared with all ceremony attendees, though its subject wasn't allowed to attend.

The ceremony was small and elegant.

Jane presented Sarah with her award.

Sarah smiled as Jane placed the gleaming trophy in her hands.

She couldn't deny her hatred for Sarah, though she knew deep down that she had brought this all upon herself.

Spectators and reporters crowded the entrance, eager to interview the top-placing contestants.

The sun blazed overhead, forcing her to squint. Camera flashes sparkled as the hall doors opened and Sarah emerged, immediately surrounded by the crowd.

Though it was barely fifty feet from the hall to the hotel, each step felt like a marathon for Sarah.

"Will you be working at the Knox Psychology Institute? We've heard the winner usually receives an invitation."

"Miss Sanders, is it true you were locked in an abandoned bathroom before your defense? Can you confirm this?"

"Yes, Miss Sanders, do you know who trapped you there? Has the committee resolved this issue?"