Chapter 23
Author: Stitch Noah
last update2025-09-05 09:31:24

He projected a series of screenshots onto a nearby screen, showing Mason exchanging messages with other students, asking them for answers to exam questions.

A gasp swept through the crowd as people recognized the evidence of Mason's academic dishonesty. Mason hung his head in shame, his reputation in tatters.

Damon turned to Harper, his expression hardening. "Harper," he said, his voice cold and accusatory. "Isn't it true that your 'charity work' is mostly self-promotion? That you're using your foundation to raise your own profile, rather than to help those in need?"

Harper's face paled. "That's ridiculous!" she protested. "I'm doing everything I can to make a difference in the world."

"Are you?" Damon replied, pulling out his phone again. "Then how do you explain this?"

He projected another series of screenshots onto the screen, showing Harper using her foundation's funds to pay for lavish vacations and expensive designer clothes.

Another gasp swept through the crowd as people realized the truth about Harper's charity fraud. Harper burst into tears, her reputation ruined.

Finally, Damon turned to Liam, his eyes filled with pity. "Liam," he said, his voice softer now. "Isn't it true that your family isn't as wealthy as you pretend? That they're drowning in debt, and that you're living a lie?"

Liam's face crumpled. "Please, Damon," he begged. "Don't do this to me."

"I'm sorry, Liam," Damon replied, his voice filled with regret. "But the truth needs to be told."

He projected a final series of documents onto the screen, showing Liam's family's financial records, revealing their mounting debts and their desperate attempts to maintain their facade of wealth.

The crowd was stunned into silence, their eyes wide with disbelief. Xavier and his clique stood frozen, their faces pale with shock and humiliation.

Damon stepped forward, his voice ringing with sincerity. "I'm not telling you this to hurt anyone," he said, his gaze sweeping over the crowd. "I'm telling you this because I believe in honesty and respect. I believe that we all deserve to know the truth."

He paused, taking a deep breath. "Xavier and his friends have been trying to manipulate you, to control you, to make you believe their lies. But I'm here to tell you that you don't have to listen to them. You can make your own choices. You can decide for yourselves what you believe."

He turned to Xavier, his eyes filled with disappointment. "Xavier," he said, his voice soft but firm. "I used to respect you. I used to think that you were a really cool person. But I was wrong. You've become obsessed with power and status, and you're willing to do anything to get ahead. That's not the kind of person I want to be. And it's not the kind of person I want to associate with."

He turned back to the crowd, his voice filled with hope. "I believe that we can create a better community, a community based on honesty, respect, and compassion. But it's going to take all of us working together. We need to stand up to the bullies, to the liars, to the manipulators. We need to create a world where everyone feels safe and valued."

He paused, smiling at Aria. "And I know that we can do it. Because I believe in you. I believe in us."

A thunderous applause erupted from the crowd, as people cheered and clapped their hands. Xavier and his clique stood alone, their reputations in ruins, their power stripped away. The tide had turned. Damon Newton had just won the battle for the hearts and minds of the University Gala.

As the applause continued, Damon took Aria's hand and led her away from the crowd, leaving Xavier and his clique to face the consequences of their actions. The night was far from over, but one thing was certain: the social landscape of the university had been forever changed.

Later, as they drove home, Aria turned to Damon, her eyes filled with admiration. "That was incredible, Damon," she said, her voice soft with awe. "You were so brave, so honest. I'm so proud of you."

Damon smiled, taking her hand. "I couldn't have done it without you, Aria," he said, his voice filled with gratitude. "You're the one who inspired me to tell the truth. You're the one who gave me the courage to stand up for what I believe in."

They drove on in silence, their hands intertwined, their hearts filled with love and hope. The battle had been won, but the war was far from over. They knew that Xavier and his clique would be back, seeking revenge. But they also knew that they were stronger together, that their love could overcome any obstacle. The future was uncertain, but one thing was clear: they would face it together, hand in hand, side by side.

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