Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

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Connor said, "Had it not been for the obstacles four years ago, you two might have been together already. Why torment yourself with denial?"

A flicker of panic crossed William's eyes. "I've never even thought about cheating or doing anything that would betray Jessica."

"But now, the online community doesn't see it that way. Anything that's been leaked now absolutely can't be seen as you being unfaithful. Otherwise, both you and Jennie will be done for." Seeing that William refused to admit it, Connor could only continue his impassioned analysis.

"Even if we have to make Jennie the villain, you can claim that you and Jessica are in business together simply because you are just assisting your junior. You didn't expect any

misunderstanding to result, but that's still not enough to prove your innocence. People would still accuse you of behaving improperly and not being prudent enough..."

Losing his temper out of embarrassment, William interrupted, "I've done nothing wrong. I'm completely innocent."

"But your sponsorship deals and the company's stock prices have all been affected. It's not something your clear conscience can reverse," Connor said. "You

can't be the one at fault. Only by being seen as a victim can you preserve everything you Listen to me, a divorce can..."

have n

"Enough, stop talking. I won't agree to a

divorce," William stated firmly.

"So, what's your solution? That video makes it impossible for Jennie to clear her name. If we just ignore it, the result would be the same as making her take the blame for everything. But can you bear that? Jennie is a talented actress. If we choose this path, it would comple William's body stiffened, his gaze growing vacant. His lips trembled as he said, "I can't do that to Jessica! She hasn't done anything wrong."

Connor's expression shifted suddenly as he said, "That may not necessarily be the case."

Taken aback, William immediately looked at Connor and asked, "What do you mean?" Connor elaborated calmly, "What's the story behind those photos of Jessica looking sick?"

William was shaken when he remembered the matter. A flash of concern crossed his mind. Could she really be sick?

"Didn't you mention that she feigned illness to stop you from helping Jennie? How can it be so coincidental?" Connor asked, "And why didn't she answer her phone after the incident? Was she feeling guilty?" William was stunned, his brows furrowed as he said, "So, you're suggesting she deliberately staged those photos to stir up more drama."

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abandon Jennie?" Connor said dismissively. William's eyes flickered at the thought. That's right. It's impossible for Jessica to fall ill abruptly. For these photos to suggest otherwise, she must have faked

deal of trouble. William, you really should teach her a lesson. It's one thing if she can't help with your career, but trying to hinder it

mind was for William and Jennie to help each other

William consistently maintained his boundaries, thwarting Connor's plans, the latter believed

opportunity had presented

was beginning to darken. Growing agitated, he wanted to

William remained resolute, not intending

get the divorce procedures over with. Treat it as a pretend divorce,

decide whether they were going to

divorce evidently meant two different things to him even though they were

said candidly, "You need to have a frank discussion with Jessica about the pros and cons of this situation. I'm not targeting your wife, but if Jessica takes the fall, the damage will be minimal. She's a commoner, so even if she

flickered subtly just as

he instinctively asked in the coldest tone, "Where are you? Why haven't you answered your phone for so long? I

"I'm at the hospital..."

though a fire had enddanly flared

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throbbing even more. Yet, Jessica continued to spout

I made it clear to you that there's nothing going on between me and Jennie. I would never cheat on you, so

was silent on Jessica's end, causing a moment of inexplicable suffocation for William. Yet, in his frustration, he blatantly ignored

over you posting fake pictures. You're aware of the situation online, where things have gotten out

As William

to bring up the pretend divorce. An unexplainable sense of unease filled him every time he wanted to do so. As Connor continuously urged him, an outburst unexpectedly came from. "William, am I hearing things wrong? You want me

verge of an emotional breakdown. William was taken aback by the harsh words, feeling as if he

hadn't expected such venomous words from Jessica, so much so that he couldn't even hear her cries. In