Chapter 296
Dexter’s secretary hurried into the office, her voice urgent. “Mr. Gibson, the livestream has started again, and all the deleted posts are back at the top!“.
Dexter’s face darkened. “What’s going on?”
The secretary replied, “It’s the Saxon Group and the Stars Group. And the Shaw Group is also pressuring us.”
Dexter’s expression darkened. “Aria Saxon is a shareholder in the Stars Group, so their involvement makes sense. But what’s the Shaw Group doing meddling in this?”
The secretary hesitated before replying, “Kim Shaw is courting Cloe Woods from Navoron Restaurant, and she is friends with Aria Saxon.”
Dexter felt a throbbing headache coming on and instinctively massaged his temples.
Before he could even catch his breath, the PR manager burst in, panic–stricken. “Mr. Gibson, bad news! The Hayes Group just posted a veiled accusation targeting us, and the Fletcher Group chimed in–it’s already trending on social media! Netizens are reacting strongly, and our stock price is starting to fluctuate.”
Dexter shot up from his seat, his voice laced with irritation. “What are the Hayes and Fletcher Groups butting in for now?”
The secretary explained, “Mr. Hayes is friends with Aria Saxon, and the Fletchers and Saxons are related by marriage.”
Dexter drew a deep, steadying breath.
Never in his wildest dreams had Dexter imagined that Aria alone could rally all the top conglomerates in Mandino City against the Gibson Group.
Just what kind of monster has Hannah provoked this time? Useless–she never helps, only makes things worse. All she ever does is cause trouble, Dexter thought bitterly.
He then ordered, “Immediately cut all ties with her and redirect the heat toward the Cole Group.”
The manager asked cautiously, “Should we still issue a statement to clear Ms. Gibson’s name?”
Dexter’s face darkened. “Name one thing she’s ever been wrongly blamed for. Cut her loose–we’re done with her!”
At the Hayes Residence, Benjamin settled onto his sofa and turned on the livestream.
The camera panned past Owen, then followed his gaze to rest on Aria’s face.
The comments were scrolling. [Who’s that hottie? Cameraman, pan back quick! I need to see more of him!]
The cameraman monitoring the live feed noticed the comment and swiftly redirected the camera back to Owen.
Someone commented: [Damn, he’s so hot! I’d tap that!]
Another one commented: [Give it up, guys- that hottie’s totally Aria Saxon’s. Just look how he’s gazing at her.]
At that moment, Owen gazed at Aria, his eyes brimming with tender warmth.
Viewer A: [Look at that look in his eyes. If Owen Shaw isn’t into Aria Saxon, I’ll livestream myself eating dirt while doing a handstand!]
Viewer B: [It’s Mr. Shaw! I ship this couple!]
Benjamin stared at the screen, his eyes widening in disbelief. He couldn’t help but blurt out, “What the hell is that kid doing there too?” The butler explained, “Mr. Shaw was there doing charity work when the pandemic hit, so he stayed on as a volunteer.”
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Benjamin stared at the scrolling comments and blurted out, “Oh no! My future granddaughter in law is about to be stolen away!”
The butler stifled a laugh and said, “Mr. Benjamin Hayes, Mr. Sebastian Hayes isn’t keen on arranged meetings. It’s quite unlikely he’ll end up with MS Saxon. Besides, it was you who introduced Ms. Saxon to Mr. Shaw in the first place.”
Benjamin pondered for a moment before saying, “What if Aria actually prefers someone like Sebastian? Maybe I should still try to set them up
The butler had barely opened his mouth when Benjamin decisively concluded, “Let’s give it a shot first. If it doesn’t work out, so be it.”
If the matchmaking doesn’t work out, then I’ll give up completely,‘ Benjamin thought.
He then turned his attention to the big screen.
Fryderyk stepped forward, produced handcuffs, and clamped them onto Hannah’s wrists. “You’re under arrest for academic fraud, theft of research findings, paying people to instigate the deceased’s family to cause trouble at the police station, and maliciously framing Aria Saxon for murder. Come with us.”
