Chapter 174

C174 – Reap What One Sows

“What’s the matter? Still not leaving? Waiting for an invitation, perhaps?” Mu Sifa’s icy tone cut through the air, revealing his clear disdain for Elina.

Elina, who stood behind him, hesitated, but Mu Sifa’s cold words left her with no choice but to reluctantly depart.

Elina wasn’t content with this, but staying would only further irritate Mu Sifa, so she left with a sense of defeat.

Observing Elina’s exit from the meeting room, a nearby staff member began to whisper to their colleague.

“How shameless can she be? Even though the Principal doesn’t favor her, she’s still utterly shameless.”

“Absolutely! Just because the Principal’s favorite has left doesn’t mean it’s her turn!”

“But didn’t the Principal marry the Shang Family’s young lady? Who was his favorite, then? His own wife?” Someone inquired with curiosity.

“Certainly not! Everyone knows that the Principal and the current Miss Shang Family are very respectful towards each other. Besides, she’s engaged to Jia Tianxia, no secret there.”

“I’ve heard about that too. Although they call it a marriage, it’s the young master of the Shang Family who’s the Principal’s true favorite. He’s quite infatuated with him.”

Elina’s sharp words earned her cold stares from everyone, followed by mocking remarks. “Is she trying to become the lady of the house? It’s hilarious to think she owns this place.”

“Exactly! She’s been living in a beautiful dream for five years! Why hasn’t she woken up yet?”

“What’s there to wake up from? Who wouldn’t want to continue such a delightful dream? Let her be. It’s not our concern.”

“That’s true! But when the Principal’s favorite returns, it’s going to be quite a spectacle!”

“Oh, I can’t wait!”

“Alright, alright. Let’s all get back to work! We don’t want others to dislike us and deduct our pay.”

“Fine, fine! If she allows us to.”

They continued their hushed conversation, occasionally giggling while covering their mouths. Clearly, their aim was to infuriate Elina.

“A bunch of awful people.”

She no longer possessed the composure she had five years ago. Back then, she knew how to maintain authority, but her true nature had now surfaced, causing people to avoid her and harbor resentment.

Because Elina saw herself as the mistress, she bullied numerous newcomers to Little Meng, particularly young women, whom she pushed away.