The Apology Trap

The accusations against Sloane grew louder and more relentless.

"What a letdown! I actually thought our school had a champion," someone muttered.

Another said, "So a cheating champion still counts, right?"

"I couldn't believe Sloane would stoop so low at the competition," a bystander remarked. "But now even her own mother is publicly denouncing her character…" They shook their head in disdain.

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