Burn Those Who Burned Me novel Chapter 240

Chapter 240

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your proof Adrianna If this is all your work and James stole it…show me your predated work.”

The classroom began to whisper as they eagerly awaited what she would do next.

“Do you think she really has research documents proving her innocence?”

“Doubt it.”

“Chhh let’s see!*

A spark of relief popped in Adrianna’s eyes. That was it! That’s all she had to do was show proof of her research from months ago! Digging in her computer bag, Adrianna whipped out her laptop. Everyone stood in silence as she opened her mac and began to type her password. James never saying a word, calmly stared at Adrianna as she frantically typed in her password.

“See! Look! This is my-”

Adrianna’s eyes widen in horror. Everything was blank. All her notes, her research, her thesis papers, even her bibliography….all gone. Every file she’d ever saved, completely wiped out. Instructor Blanco shook his head as he sighed deeply. He was truly disappointed in Adrianna.

Suddenly, Adrianna turned to James. He face was that of a concerned friend, but she could see the smugness deep within his eyes. As if possessed, she ran towards James swinging her arms as she tried to strike him again.

“You son of a bitch!!! You did this! You fucking did this!!!”

Instructor Blanco along with several other students immediately grabbed her so that she couldn’t attack James any further.

“Stop it Adrianna! You’ve already embarrassed yourself!! Stop this!!”

But Adrianna continued to struggle, trying her best to claw her way to James who was now being protected by the other classmates; a slight grin on his face.

“That’s enough!!!!”

Instructor Blanco pushed Adrianna back causing her back to slam against the wall. Breathing heavily, Adrianna stared at her entire class and instructors. Tears pooled out her eyes like waterfalls. Not only had James stole from her, but he’d also humiliated her. She trusted him…loved him….and all along he was just waiting for the right moment to strike.

Suddenly, a sardonic smile appeared on her lips causing everyone in the class to feel uneasy; even James felt slightly uncomfortable. Adrianna looked like a complete mad woman. Without saying another word, she collected her things and left.

Shortly after, she left the institution. That was the last time James saw or heard from her; that is until November 13th. As he sat at the VIP table sipping his wine, James looked smug as ever. The day before, his assistant informed him that Adrianna Delgato wanted to have a meeting with him. Sitting in his tailored pinstriped suit, James felt like he was the king of the universe.

“Well..it’s been a long time Adrianna. I must say…you’re as beautiful as ever.”

Adrianna stared at james; her eyes still that fiery sharp glare. A mischievous smile across her face.

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Chapter 240

“Thank you James. It appears you haven’t changed much either.”

Smiling smugly, James leaned closer so that his words were only of ear shot.

“Referring to my handsomeness are you?”

Adrianna chuckled leaning closer. Speaking only above a whisper.

“No…I was referring to your talent of theft.”

James jerked back. His eyes widen. The color slightly draining from his face. His eyes darkening, he spoke with a heavy voice,

“What the hell is that supposed to mean Adrianna?”

Adrianna laughed sardonically.

“Oh relax James…that was twenty years ago. No need to pretend anymore. We both know the truth.”

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James began to feel nervous. Is that why she wanted this meeting; as a chance to expose the truth? That business proposal was the main reason the board at Watts–Corp backed his father’s request making him President. If the truth came out now, it could ruin everything. Nervously, James leaned forward.

“Look Adrianna…what do you want? Is this blackmail?”

Adrianna couldn’t help but laugh hysterically.

“Blackmail? So you finally admit it? That you stole my proposal.”

James began to get irritated.

“Fine…yes okay. I stole your proposal. Jesus Addy…it was over twenty years ago. Don’t tell me you’re here-”

“Oh trust me James. I’m not here for that. Tell me though…Why me? Why’d you do it?”

James took a sip of his wine and casually spoke.

“Because I needed the best. You were the best. It was nothing personal…I knew you’d be okay.”

Heat began to burn throughout Adrianna’s skin. She could feel herself getting angry all over again. Taking a deep breath, she quickly composed herself.

“You ruined my reputation James. I was in love with you, and you ruined me.”

James looked at Adrianna, a slight hint of guilt.

“I loved you too Addy. But let’s be honest…whether you did well at that school or not…as Delgato’s only child, your future was already carved in stone. I needed to create my own stone for mine.”

Adrianna raised her eyebrow.

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Chapter 240

“Hmm. I’m sime being the hustard son must have been hard on you.”

James eyes darkened. Adrianna’s words felt like a paper blade. It didn’t matter how hard he worked; he would never be able to escape that

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