Three days later, the case of Boston University bribery officially came to trial.
Joseph came over to accompany Kathy.
The investigation of this case yielded a clear result. Kathy, sitting quietly on the witness stand, was indifferent to the gazes people cast on her.
This case went to court because of her. Yet it had something to do with the corruption and bribery in universities, so many people were hostile to Kathy.
Kathy lowered her eyes. She listened quietly to the judgerâs verdict.
To her surprise, Herbert got the lightest sentence, one-year imprisonment, for her crime.
Peter, on the contrary, was found guilty of damaging Kathyâs reputation and defamation. All those teachers involved in the case got their due punishment.
Peter was sentenced to thirty-year imprisonment. In the court, Kathy could clearly perceive Peterâs eyes shooting at her with venom.
She turned her head indifferently. It was time for her to leave the court.
She did not have much objection to the courtâs verdict, because she believed the justice of law.
Kathy left the witness stand, but Billy stopped her with his tall figure.
âArenât you curious about the reason why Peter was regarded as the chief plotter?â Billy asked.
âThe police have investigated it clearly. The school teacher slandered me under his order. Isnât his punishment due?â
âWhat was Peterâs motive for hurting you?â
âBilly, what do you want to say?â Kathy looked at him vigilantly.
âPeter has no support, so itâs reasonable he was punished in this way. Yet how about Herbert?â
âIf someone helps Herbert to reduce her penalty, it would be you, doesnât it?â After all, the Herbertâs group was merged into the Hiltonâs group.
Besides, both families were kindred.
Billy smiled and said, âKathy, the man who can do anything in City N? Think about who he is.â
Joseph.
When the name popped out, Kathy was in a chaos.
That was impossible.
âI donât know what youâre talking about.â
Billy stopped when he ensured Kathy had the answer. He thrust his hands into pockets and spoke indifferently, âI just warn you. Believe it or not, the fact is there. Anyway, I have no evidence to convince you.â
Kathy stood in the corridor. Billy heaved out of sight.
The chill in the corridor stung Kathy. She shook her head. No, she couldnât take Billyâs words serious.
However, the suspicion in her heart went rampant. All evidence was against Herbert, but Peter was arrested because of the same crime. Just now, the verdict was not in accordance with the policeâs findings. Kathy knew it.
âMrs. Joseph.â Josephâs deep voice jolted Kathy out of her rumination. Then Joseph saw Kathyâs pale face.
âAre you tired?â Joseph hugged her.
Kathy did not reply but she suddenly pushed Joseph away fiercely.
Josephâs eyes could chill people to death.
Only then did Kathy realize that she overreacted.
âYes.â She nodded and dissimulated her feelings.
Joseph didnât ask any further. He left with Kathy with one hand around Kathyâs shoulder.
However, Billyâs words lingered in Kathyâs mind for a long time.
In Joseph Bay.
Kathy was browsing the reports about todayâs case on the internet. Today, only some law violators of the case were sentenced. Many people were involved in this case, so the case was still under investigation.
The reputation of Boston University plummeted.
After all, Boston University was Kathyâs alma mater; Kathy had more worries than disappointment.
The following day, Kathy rushed to Boston University to get her diploma after she received a call from the president.
Without the presidentâs help, Kathy wouldnât have completed the defense of her dissertation so smoothly.
Surely, to Kathyâs knowledge, it was Joseph who helped her.
âKathy, sit down. Take it easy.â In the office, the president said kindly.
âWhat happened in Boston University has been the hottest topic in the city. Iâm afraid I will resign soon.â
The president was over fifty. When Kathy was a student in Boston University, he was the president. That was Boston University in its prime.
However, judging from the situation, it was hard for Boston University to revive its prosperity.
âSir, it is good for both the university and students, as the matter has been cleared up.â Kathy comforted him.
âThatâs what I think, but this matter has so enormous impacts. I think it is time to stop investigating.â
Kathy never intended to make such a big fuss. As for the current situation, it was beyond her expectation.
âAs for you, Iâve already considered it. What do you think of admitting into the graduate school of our university?â
Kathy was surprised. She dreamed to be a graduate student in Boston University, but she did not pass the defense of her dissertation. Of course, she missed the chance.
Now, she had the chance in her palm.
However, Boston University wasnât the ideal place to pursue her further study.
âSir, thank you for your offer, but I am afraid Boston University is not in my consideration now.â Kathy answered truthfully.
She had another choice. It was a better university in City N.
The president rubbed his chin with disappointment.
âSince you have your consideration, I wonât force you to accept our offer. I was under great pressure to proceed with the investigation. I have to remind you, take care. This is your certificate.â
After Kathy left, the president frowned.
âThe University Kathy is going to apply canât be Ocean University.â
Kathy left with her certificate, but she did not get what the president said.
She thought of the presidentâs words. He was under pressure to investigate. The matter wonât have a clear result.
That meant there would be other things involved.
Kathy went back to Joseph Bay. Joseph had already returned. He was cooking in the kitchen.
Recently, the meals were cooked by servants. Kathy hadnât tasted the food Joseph cooked for her.
Kathy went into the kitchen and hugged Joseph from his back. She told him what happened today. âI went to meet the president of Boston University, but I donât get what he said today.â
âWhat did he say?â Joseph turned Kathyâs face in his direction and he dropped a kiss on her rosy lips.
Kathy couldnât dodge his kiss. They kissed for a while before they could speak in a normal tone.
Kathy said seriously, âThe president told me to be careful in the future. Could it be that there lurk some dangers?â
Hearing that, Josephâs eyes evinced a glimmer of chilly light.
He said in a deep voice, âThose who hurt you will get their due.â
âReally?â Kathy looked at Josephâs ebony eyes.
Her tone was somewhat uncertain.
âYes, Mrs. Josephâs safety is my top priority.â
Kathy was disquieted with Josephâs words.
Joseph was always a mystery for her.
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âHave you decided which school you would apply?â Joseph asked.
âOcean University. What do you think?â
Josephâs complexion changed at Kathyâs answer, but he concealed it.
âI wonât interfere with your decision. However, I donât recommend that university to you. In my opinion, Northern University may be your best choice.â
Northern University and Ocean University both boasted their research institutes. Kathy also considered Northern University.
However, if she chose Northern University, she had to leave this city. That was not her wish.
âWhy?â Kathy asked.
âThat university has comprehensive strength. Anyway, itâs up to you.â
Kathy hesitated when she heard Josephâs answer.
However, she preferred Ocean University.
In the end, Kathy applied for the graduate school in Ocean University.
Josephâs displeasure wasnât unknown to Kathy. During that period, their relationship had undergone some subtle changes.