Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 554 Settle Down

Evelina's eyes drifted over to Jasper's phone screen.

She had assumed he was busy with company affairs, but she was surprised to find him deeply engaged in a group chat.

It seemed he was actively sending and receiving money transfers.

Jasper's intense focus on his phone meant he barely acknowledged Evelina's presence.

Evelina lowered her gaze and spoke softly, "Jasper, there's a lot of negative chatter about me online. Can you help? Those are just rumors. There's no way I could be involved in something like that." Her voice was barely audible, and Jasper, still engrossed in his phone, didn't hear her.

Zelena's team had a reputation for stirring up online controversies.

Years ago, they had orchestrated a smear campaign against Tracy, alleging her acting skills were subpar.

Now, it seemed they were targeting Evelina, and the persistent negativity was harming her reputation.

"Jasper!"

When her voice grew louder, Jasper finally looked up from his phone.

He set it aside and, with a deliberate motion, brushed a strand of Evelina's hair away from her forehead. His dark eyes betrayed no emotion.

"If your manager can't handle this situation, what good is she?" he asked.

and quickly retorted, "No, it's not Winona's fault. Zelena hired online trolls to spread these

of apple. "If I remember correctly, Tracy faced similar issues but managed to rise above

Evelina had no response.

the apple, found it

of criticism, how can you call yourself a star? You only

to argue, "But the things being said

sort this out yourself, let the company handle it. What do you think Tracy's team would

the years. Why can't you follow her example? Or is it that you lack confidence in your own abilities?" Jasper's words left Evelina

accusing me of actions I didn't commit, and it feels so unjust." Jasper patted her gently on the head. "Rumors don't just appear

from the sofa. "I don't want to discuss this right now. It's New

that, he

him leave, her eyes slightly

on her

said that no woman stayed by Jasper's side for more

with him for over

different from those other women, but aside from spending a bit more time with Jasper, she felt no

to his friends

QUMS

seemed rather shallow, limited to occasional business

to let go. had invested so much in this ship, and if it ended now, it would feel like

thought,

the one-month mark and believed she could face even more

determined to