Chapter 129

In the chat group, the camaraderie was generally good on any given day. The members loved to flaunt their latest luxury car purchases or their sprawling mansions and chew the fat over the trivial gossip that bubbled up within their social circle.

Brielle was the hot topic that never ceased to intrigue everyone.

These folks were far removed from the elite inner circle–after all, those high–fliers didn’t have the time to indulge in idle chitchat. Most of the group members were well–off, leading lives of comfort, yet they suffered from a severe drought of meaningful engagement. Talking smack about Brielle was simply a way for them to feel a tad better about themselves.

Just as one felt the body being lifted when treading water, similarly, in any social hierarchy, those lacking self–confidence tended to highlight their status by denigrating those they perceived as inferior. And in their eyes, Brielle was the underdog.

After Lillian sent her message, ten long minutes dragged by before anyone bothered to reply.

[Let’s drop it. I’ve got stuff to do tomorrow.]

[Yeah, looks like none of us can make it.]

[What’s the deal with you and Spencer? Isn’t he Brielle’s fiancé? Thought you said he was like a brother to you?]

open. After all, the video was

side, clenched. Never before had her relationship with Spencer been

always saw him as a brother,] she replied.

recalling the video and vivid photos, an uncomfortable wave washed over everyone. The chat fell silent once more, and this time, no one engaged with

to one of the more friendly faces

were playing tricks on her. In the past, to get cozy with these

for nothing, but they always appreciated the gesture, seeing the giver as generous and kind–hearted.

a tight rein on them. They loved hanging with Lillian, who was known for her largesse. For example, the

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she found one of them

she needed to smooth things over with Spencer, then try to

her eyes brimming with feigned vulnerability. “I’m sorry, Spencer, I never should’ve got involved

advance was one

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