Chapter 66 I Also Want to Know Why?
Ashley thought this was the only way to go.
So, both teams started using this explanation to clear things up.
To boost the news' credibility, Richard posted again.
[@the Clark Entertainment Company Gold Agent - Richard: No secret meetings went down. Every time Brenda hung with Eugene, I was there. Always by their side.]
However, this time, Richard's attempt to sway the narrative didn't quite hit the mark. Skepticism lingered, with only a handful buying into his explanation.
On the flip side, Elizabeth's supporters, once scattered, began to band together under the guidance of a select few organizers. These passionate advocates mobilized, galvanizing fellow fans to join forces in reshaping public perception in Elizabeth's favor.
Known for their level-headed approach, Elizabeth's fans refrained from hurling insults. Instead, they opted for rational arguments when possible and weren't afraid to address the issues head-on.
Not to be outdone, Raymond's loyal followers also jumped into the fray to stand by Elizabeth's side.
Witnessing this sudden surge of support, Raymond's sharp-witted team wasted no time in launching a counterattack.
[He is out to clarify again. Brenda is your sister, but Elizabeth isn't?]
[Only adopted one is a true sister to him, it seems.]
[Could this be another one of Brenda's "special brothers"?]
[Always there for Eugene and Brenda, what a supportive brother!]
[Favoring Brenda, your foster sister, over the biological sister?]
[What a scary kind of brotherhood.]
[Even with Raymond's explanation, those intimate poses in the photos speak volumes, don't they? If they were just friends, would they need to be that close physically?
[With bodies pressed together, whispers in ears, it's definitely not a platonic relationship.]
[This attempt at steering public opinion is pretty low. Maybe try a different strategy?]
Once public opinion shifted, curious netizens caught on.
[Now that you mention it, it's really scary!]
[Elizabeth must be going through so much with a brother and an ex like that. She's really in a tough situation.]
[Elizabeth has faced being lost, nearly sold into slavery, and betrayal from Eugene and her two brothers, yet she remains resilient. She's incredibly strong.]
[If it were me, I might not be as forgiving. It's a lot to handle.]
[A screenshot or two could be dismissed, but with this many photos showing intimacy, can we really call it a coincidence?]
[I have a question that's been on my mind. What do you think Brenda's appeal is? How does she manage to captivate not only Elizabeth's brothers but also her ex, Eugene?
[Personally, whether it's looks, figure, personality, or skills, Elizabeth seems to have the edge, don't you think?]
[I see your point, but maybe these "brothers" have unconventional tastes that we can't grasp.]
[Perhaps these "brothers" have a preference for a certain type, especially someone who can play the damsel in distress role.]
Even with Richard's clarifications and hired people stirring things up, they still felt Eugene and Brenda's relationship was fishy.
Elizabeth felt warm inside, seeing so many fans and strangers speaking up for her.
She had initially entered the entertainment industry to follow Eugene and experience the work he liked.
But later, she genuinely liked it.
Besides acting being interesting, the key was having a group of fans who liked and supported her, making her feel warm often.
So, she always cherished every fan and audience who liked her.
With everyone pitching in, Elizabeth was determined not to let them down.
She pulled out the last few photos she had saved for a counterattack, marked circles on each one, and posted them in the group.
Elizabeth: [Please share these photos. After this, we won't need to hog public network resources anymore.]
The PR team members opened the photos and immediately understood what to do.
Soon, while Eugene's fans, Brenda's fans, and Elizabeth's fans continued arguing, another account known for leaking entertainment news posted.
[@Entertainment News: I just got a few photos in my email. Had a tech guy check them, and they're legit. Posting them for everyone to see. Let's dive into this news together.]
He uploaded six photos.
Raymond's team wasted no time in unleashing their social media prowess, ensuring that their post dominated feeds and seized the spotlight at the forefront of headlines.
Amidst a day brimming with juicy updates, the public appetite for scandalous revelations remained insatiable. Fueled by intrigue, eager eyes gravitated towards Raymond's team's latest offering.
[Although the six photos are individual shots of Eugene and Brenda, they still serve as evidence.]
[Matching pendants? Bruh, that ain't your typical friendship vibe, am I right?]
[It's not a coincidence. They flaunted that same pendant on multiple occasions.]
[Wearing it so many times. They must like it.]
[That pendant's no joke. Limited edition, couple's swag worth a freaking $300K for both pieces. That's some luxe love right there.]
[Hold up, I did my research too. Check this pic out.]
The person attached a picture in the comments.
[Do you think they're openly displaying their relationship in public?]
[Eugene's generosity is quite something, giving away a pendant worth $150,000 just like that.]
[The times they wore it were before the variety show, which means when Eugene was dating Elizabeth.]
[Once again, I feel sorry for Elizabeth, being betrayed so early.]
[With the matching couple's pendant confirmed, let's see how Richard clarifies this time.]
[Saying he gave them separately?]
[Haha, the comment above might not be far off.]
[That would just mean helping Brenda steal Elizabeth's boyfriend.]
[I didn't expect Eugene to be this kind of person, a cheating scumbag.]
[Brenda not only took Elizabeth's brothers but also her boyfriend Eugene, impressive!]
[A brother helping Brenda bully his own sister, scum.]
[To add, it's two biological brothers; Kevin is just as bad.]
[I just want to say, these four people are really disgusting.]
With these photos out, no one believed Eugene and Brenda were innocent anymore.
Then Eugene, Brenda, and the brothers took turns getting roasted.
In the office, Richard and Ashley were losing it.
Richard couldn't hold back and shouted, "What were those two doing?"
Private dinners, cozy moments – it was getting out of hand. And now, matching couple's pendants? Seriously? How the hell were they going to explain this mess?
Ashley was in disbelief. "How could this happen? How could they be wearing matching couple's pendants?"
She had never known about this.
Richard said grimly, "I also want to ask, how could they be wearing matching couple's pendants?"