68 Gossip and Gift Boxes

Emma, on her way home to unwind, was intercepted by Jada and Bonnie, eager to grill her about the ongoing drama. They were buzzing with curiosity over Emina’s sudden closeness to Maxwell, especially given his influence in the industry.

Feeling overwhelmed by their inquisition, Emma didn’t know how to respond. The situation was spiraling, and their curiosity only compounded her frustration.

“Not only Alex, but now Maryann has shared an old photo with you,” Jada said, showing a social media post to Emma. The gossip was intensifying, and Emma was at the center of it.

Bonnie, intrigued by the post, added fuel to the fire, “Now everyone’s curious about your true identity. What’s next? Heiress to the Smirnoff empire?”

Emma sighed, lamenting her decision to participate in the magazine shoot. “If I knew it would cause this much hassle, I wouldn’t have done it.‘

Bonnie questioned the necessity of Emma’s involvement, considering the stature of Crown Entertainment, another company under the Smirnoff umbrella.

knew her family’s influence in the industry, but her involvement wasn’t just about supporting the subsidiary–it was also about helping Jennifer, the

you did the shoot just for him, that’s just bad luck. But if you’re thinking of

serious.

laughed off the notion, having no

chimed in, “The real issue is your brother’s reaction. And Maryann’s on her

recalled an outing with Maryann, how her fame had turned their day into a chaotic fan evasion.

too hectic,” Emma suggested, mindful of Maryann’s

to leave, Maryann arrived, displeased at the thought

gift,” Maryann said, handing Emma a hefty gift

Emma found stacks of Maryann’s personal magazines, featuring interviews and profiles of various

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