Chapter 68 The Best Netizens. Finisher
William, always considering himself a man of integrity, felt no need to weave lies in his dealings. Yet, under the harsh gaze of scrutiny, even the guiltless might find their cheeks burning, their composure slipping.
"What I'm trying to articulate isn't that... it's just..." William faltered, his confidence ebbing away unexpectedly.
Isabella scized the moment, not allowing him a chance to regroup. "Not these? So, all of these accusations are true? Initially, I
encountered arguing that day,n't entirely sure if it was your wife and Ms. Woods I
without further elaboration.
But now..." She let her words hang in the air, the implication clear
Caught off guard, William struggled to find his footing in the conversation. "There were reasons. for all of that. It was her who made the mistakes, and that's why..."
"What mistake did she make?" Isabella pressed, her question cutting through the tension.
Jennie, feeling a surge of panic, feared William might reveal too much. Understanding his tendency to divulge more than intended under pressure, she knew she had to intervene. "Stop deflecting. We're discussing you spreading rumors about me fighting over a dress. That Her interjection prompted a few awkward coughs from those around, their discomfort palpable.
Jennie glanced around, meeting eyes filled with unspoken words, as if everyone collectively thought, No, the gossip about the wife and the mistress bickering over a dress isn't our focus now.
The real issue, irrespective of the underlying motives, was that a well-known actor had apparently mistreated his wife in favor of his mistress-a deplorable act. Yet here he was, confronting others as if he bore no guilt.
Feeling what seemed like public humiliation, Jennie began to tremble visibly.
Even William could feel the disdain emanating from those around him, leaving him bewildered by their reaction, questioning internally, Why, when I've done nothing wrong?
Before they could further react, Isabella adopted a posture of righteous indignation, her voice. tinged with disbelief. "What, you're saying it never happened, that I was set up? Who would do that? The wife? Did she confess to orchestrating a plot against you?" Connor, sensing the conversation spiraling, hastily interjected, "Yes, she admitted she knew you!"
as her husband. Isn't it normal that she knows of me?" Isabella retorted, incredulous. "I was merely inquiring if she admitted to directing this alleged scheme
William and his companions momentarily
to such a thing!" Jennie blurted out, disbelief etched
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have a talent for fabrication. don't you? I didn't lie, Mr. Sawyer.
sudden boldness of Isabella's challenge left everyone in a brief
almost laughed out loud as
back to reality by Isabella's questioning, stared at her in disbelief. "Why would I believe you over my own junior? How
was thinking, Isabella, regardless of the truth, why should anyone take your word over their personal relationships? Your argument seems weak! You should pivot quickly, don't lose your sharpness! Who would have thought that Isabella, in a moment of frustration, would say, "Right, I shouldn't have asked. If Mr. Sawyer doesn't even trust
William visibly shaken,
What?
unlike me. I'd probably need to provide a mountain of proof just to be heard. It's frustrating to see such disparity in treatment," Isabella continued, her
Everyone was astounded..
It seems anyone could be blamed for bullying Ms. Woods. It's just absurd... But it somehow reassures me." Connor
Impressive! That sarcastic
temperature in the makeup room seemed to rise, causing some to
and me. We've been wrongfully accused, and it's so Upon hearing
of mental health issues and self-harm. If she hadn't been wrongly accused, why would she express such
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know her!" William. disregarding all previous doubts,
she continues to make up stories about Jennie, don't blame me for choosing logic
hear yourself? I've never seen anyone so skilled at twisting the truth and confusing right and wrong. The problem is, he actually believes
the revelation. His response,
prompting a chorus of coughs from those around, all covertly
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