Chapter 1761 We Were Played by Her
Bernice quickly forwarded Gary's WhatsApp message: [We just had a relationship like many others. Just because I'm a celebrity and my boyfriend is wealthy, does that mean Gary was paying to keep me around for sex? Didn't anyone date in college? Because of one relationship, all my efforts in the entertainment industry are being denied. Is no one paying attention to my progress? Those who like me can continue to do so, and those who don't, I won't beg for your support.]
Cassie and Laura quickly liked Bernice's WhatsApp and left comments.
Cassie: [I believe in you. You're someone who takes relationships seriously.]
Laura: [I've been wanting to say this for a long time. I introduced you to so many wealthy and powerful people, and you never cared. Do those who slander you online even know what kind of person you are?]
Netizens started to discuss fervently.
[I knew Bernice wasn't that kind of person. Listen, she was just dating Gary normally. You dirty-minded people, shut up.]
[Bernice, you finally came out to explain. We believe you.]
[This must be a PR statement they agreed on. Otherwise, why would Dreamscape Entertainment Group terminate the contract?]
[Just a normal relationship, but it led to Bernice having a miscarriage and even attempting suicide. The hospital's diagnosis isn't fake, right? Bernice really wanted to marry into a wealthy family, even threatening with her life. Anyway, her image has changed for me.]
[Bernice personally debunked the rumors. Maybe she never had a miscarriage or attempted suicide. It's all fabricated.]
[I worked at that hospital. The diagnosis doesn't look fake; it's very official. It should be real.]
[Didn't you notice that Bernice always wears a watch with a wide strap at events? Probably to cover up the scars from her suicide attempt.]
[I noticed that detail too.]
As netizens were fervently discussing, Bernice posted another WhatsApp message: [Debunking rumors: Many people online say I had a miscarriage. I declare that I have never had an abortion for anyone. I've already hired a lawyer to sue those who deliberately spread these malicious rumors.]
[As for the suicide, yes, I did attempt it. There's a scar on my wrist from about two years ago. At that time, Gary and I broke up, and I was emotionally devastated. It was my first relationship, and it ended tragically. Of course, it wasn't just about the relationship.]
[My acting career was also in a bad place. Many people were constantly insulting me online, causing me great trauma. On top of that, I hadn't gotten any work for several months. One day, I got drunk and, in a moment of despair, attempted suicide. Looking back now, it was foolish and stupid.]
[I hope that young girls who are feeling hopeless don't follow my example. Life has many setbacks and difficulties, but even in our darkest moments, we should never give up on our lives.]
[Love others, but also learn to love yourself.]
After this statement was posted, the topic "Bernice admits to attempting suicide" quickly exploded on the trending charts.
[Our Bernice is so pitiful. Hugs. We're sorry for not believing you. We fans will always love you.]
[Oh my God, Bernice always seemed so confident and calm. I never thought she would attempt suicide. It's heartbreaking.]
[I'm a recent graduate, and I totally understand Bernice's feelings. Just entering society, my boyfriend broke up with me, and my job was going terribly. It was very painful, and sometimes I didn't want to live. But if Bernice can get through it, so can I.]
[I remember two years ago, Bernice wasn't very popular, and many people insulted her online. It was really harsh. People are too cruel to newcomers in the industry.]
[Bernice, I'm sorry. I think I insulted you two years ago too. I'm sorry.]
[Gary, you bad man. You must have abandoned our Bernice for your fiancée. Go to hell.]
[I've decided never to stay at the Ross family's hotels again.]
[So Bernice is just like us, having the same troubles in relationships. Hugs.]
Seeing the online comments gradually improving, Gabriella was moved to tears, "Bernice, this is great. We won this time. Not only that, but many people who used to insult you have now become your fans. You used to seem so aloof to everyone, but now people feel that celebrities are just ordinary people and feel closer to you."
"It shows our efforts weren't in vain."
Bernice smiled faintly.
She wasn't particularly happy. Whether she could continue in the entertainment industry wasn't important to her. She just didn't want people to misunderstand her.
After all, Bernice still had her biological mother. She couldn't let her mother be ashamed.
"Bernice, you successfully cleared your name. The company must be furious now," Gabriella suddenly said excitedly.
Bernice raised an eyebrow, imagining Max and Lucas's reactions.
They wanted her to be distracted, but not only did she successfully terminate her contract, but she also got $15 million in compensation.
Not bad.
This deal made her more money than acting.
"What's there to be happy about?" Bernice glanced over indifferently. "Do you think the company will easily let go of their most profitable person?"
"What should we do? You've already terminated your contract," Gabriella was also at a loss. "I don't think you should go back to Dreamscape Entertainment Group. Who knows if they'll betray you again? Why not switch to another entertainment company?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Gabriella's phone rang. It was other film companies looking to sign Bernice.
At eleven o'clock at night.
Lucas had just returned from a club, ready to shower and sleep, when the doorbell rang urgently.
He impatiently opened the door and saw Max standing there, frowning, "This late, what's up?"
"Big news." Max kicked off his shoes and came in. "Lucas, you've really screwed the company this time."
"Speak."
Lucas handed him a cigarette.
Max waved it away, too anxious to smoke. "You don't usually follow entertainment news, so you don't know. Bernice successfully cleared her name. Gary admitted they were just dating, and Bernice also debunked the rumors. But she boldly admitted she attempted suicide, saying it was because her relationship and career were both failing at the time. Look, see for yourself."
He handed over his phone.
Lucas took it, his deep eyes narrowing behind his glasses.
"We might have been played by Bernice." Lucas suddenly tossed the phone back to him, his eyes cold. "Is Bernice still in contact with Gary privately?"
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