Karma Doesn’t Sleep: The Revenge Queen Rises novel Chapter 78

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Dr. Borgen was a legend in the medical world—a Nobel Prize nominee and the kind of mentor students dreamed of meeting. So it wasn’t surprising to see the crowd that had gathered for him.

Amelia hung back at the edge of the group, watching as a sleek black van pulled up. In an instant, dozens of students rushed over, excitement written all over their faces. But no one dared get too close to the door. There was a hush of respect in the air, everyone careful not to crowd Dr. Borgen when he stepped out.

The van door slid open, and there he was—Dr. Borgen. He wore a deep blue, traditional suit that gave him an almost old-world charm. His hair was silver, eyes bright and sharp behind his glasses, his whole posture radiating that strict, scholarly vibe. The noisy students fell silent, suddenly as well-behaved as kids on their best behavior. They clutched his books, eager for an autograph but too awed to shove or shout.

From a distance, Amelia couldn’t help but smile—a quiet, bittersweet smile full of memories.

Dr. Borgen had always been like this: strict on the outside, but endlessly kind to his students. He’d stay up all night helping someone fix a thesis, offer opportunities to the truly talented, and quietly pay tuition for those who needed help—never saying a word about it.

But somehow, it was this gentle, principled Dr. Borgen whose heart she had ended up breaking.

Amelia looked down, her smile fading. She couldn’t face him, not after everything. Without a word, she turned and walked away, slipping out of sight.

Greg, one of Dr. Borgen’s students, caught a glimpse of someone disappearing around the corner. He blinked, surprised.

That back—why did it look so much like her?

“Hey, what are you spacing out for? The professor’s already inside.” Robert nudged him, breaking his trance.

Greg hesitated for a split second. “I think I just saw Amelia…”

Robert’s hand shot out, covering Greg’s mouth before he could finish. He glanced nervously at Dr. Borgen, who was just a few steps ahead, then let out a slow breath when he saw their mentor hadn’t noticed.