Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

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Upon seeing Linda's evident frustration, Selena straightforwardly asked, "You say there's something wrong with Scarlett's character. What exactly is the issue?"

Linda paused briefly, then mused aloud, somewhat hesitantly, "Isn't she rumored to have evaded taxes?

Selena seemed momentarily speechless, her reply laden with skepticism. "Do you really not go online? If a celebrity was actually evading taxes, they basically wouldn't be able to continue working in the industry. The fact that she's still active and thriving in the entertainment industry demonstrates that she's not in any legal trouble."

"How could that be!" Linda exclaimed, her confusion evident. seem to recall Javier mentioning that she even went back to pay her taxes!"

Christopher quickly clarified, his tone firm, "That issue was actually related to her family's agency and happened without her knowledge. As soon as she discovered it, she took immediate action to resolve it."

He went on to explain that this information had been widely shared online, establishing Scarlett's reputation as someone who not only addressed her tax issues promptly but also set a positive example for other celebrities by auditing her own taxes, unlike some who were reluctant to settle their dues.

It's hard not to feel sorry for Scarlett. It seems to me that the reason she fell so easily for Javier's charm was due to her unfortunate family background. Her agency was completely controlled by her mother and uncle, who often carried out shady operations behind her back, causing her immense distress. They disregarded her hardships, constantly pushing her to take on more work to make money.

Even Hayden once mentioned that Scarlett was severely exploited. If it wasn't for her family holding her back, her potential co

could have been harnessed even better. After finally finding a boyfriend, she almost got dragged into another

The Quirk family members listened, their frustration growing with the complexity of Scarlett's situation.

Meanwhile, since Linda's argument had been effectively refuted, she could only mutter, "Regardless, she has issues.

Impatient and unconvinced, Selena retorted, "You just simply don't like her, do you?"

Some mothers-in-law simply didn't like their daughters-in-law, almost as if they felt their sons had been stolen from them. However, this was not the case with Freya; instead, it was Linda who seemed unwell.

Linda's face darkened, her hand subconsciously reaching for the necklace around her neck as she decided to divulge more. "This is such a hassle, fine, I'll tell you, but you must keep it a secret. I promised my godson not to reveal this. He's a good kid, loyal and sentimental. Even after breaking up, he doesn't want to embarrass the other party. But now, if Javier is still so infatuated, I have to intervene. However... I hope when you deal with Scarlett in the future, you won't expose what I've told you."

The Quirk family could see how much Linda cared for her godson, fearing that another woman might come between her and her beloved

"Because there was this one time when Javier brought her to visit me, she actually tried to swipe this necklace of mine!" Linda exclaimed, her face flushing with anger as her hand rested on the pile of large. lustrous pearls. "Such greed! Are these petty thieves devoid of any morals?" she added incredulously.

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possessing a

was nowhere to be found. Just as I was about to call the police, the necklace suddenly appeared in the bathroom. I had personally checked that place before; how could

Little did I know that my naive child would want to reconcile with that thief. I shudder to think how she might covet my jewelry. That thief absolutely cannot be with Javier, Linda concluded with righteous

action, the rest of the family engaged more actively in the discussion.

Linda responded,

her red-handed, she

linking her to the crime. Could it possibly be someone else?"

countered, "Are you suggesting the household staff? They've been loyal to me for unthinkable that they

years;

it's

"Is it possible that

the suggestion, snapped back, "Do you really think I'm

stealing it would be a desperate need for money leading to its sale, but given her financial status, that seems improbable. Alternatively,

Alexander is

a bit taken aback by the unexpected praise, felt his cheeks

Quirk family, meanwhile, had their interest piqued and

was simply staring at Alexander, her emotions a whirlwind of thoughts and

on; it was indeed stolen to

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nor any of the household staff-it was

but somewhat relieved, found this explanation strangely