Chapter 262. Beautiful

CYNTHIA's P O V

‘‘Oliver is an incredible guy, and all of the other girls absolutely adore him. I believe that is why many of them hold a grudge against me when I rejected him...’’ I was attempting a light-hearted chuckle, but all that came out was a pathetic choke instead. ‘‘You know, being a daughter of one of the most influential families in the country can sometimes has its downfall. People make assumptions, and talk about me behind my back; they say things like, I'm arrogant, a snob, and a spoiled brat girl...’’

My bottom lip quivered as I exhaled deeply and allowed another tear to roll down my cheek.

‘‘Some of them say that I played with Oliver’s feelings…’’ I whispered. ‘‘Some believe that I was only using him so that I could get good academic grades, because he did tutor me some lessons… They knew my reputation from my previous school, because of John… ’’ I wiped under my eyes. ‘‘But I’m trying my best, and doing everything I can to prove that I can excel too like