Chapter 200 Clarification
The reporter held the microphone out to them, ready to interview. "Mr. Brown, Ms. Garcia is the rising star you have mentored. Today, she has won the Newcomer Award. What would you like to say to Ms. Garcia?"
Oscar faced the camera and said calmly, "Her efforts have not been in vain. I am happy for her."
Haley held the trophy in her hands and smiled slightly, appearing a bit shy.
The reporter immediately turned to Haley and said, "Ms. Garcia, today is a lucky day for you. Your first film has won you the Newcomer Award. You must be very grateful to Mr. Brown, right?"
The reporter deliberately asked them questions about each other, mixing entertainment with gossip.
Haley spoke softly into the microphone, "This is just the start of my career. Mr. Brown is the most crucial person in my life. I need to thank him for my success.
As she spoke, she looked at Oscar with an ambiguous gaze.
The camera zoomed in, capturing her admiration for Oscar.
The scene was filled with a hubbub of excitement.
Hearing this, Oscar frowned slightly, seemingly not expecting Haley to speak and act this way.
Pearl captured all the ambiguous signals between them.
Their appearance together was unreserved, clearly a pair.
Perhaps in this era, there was no need to hide anymore.
Haley had won the award, becoming a very promising figure in the entertainment industry, gaining much fame, and becoming more worthy of Oscar.
Pearl noticed Haley's confidence, composure, and beauty in front of the camera, which was a stark contrast to the Haley she had known before. It seemed that achieving this position had brought out her radiance.
They needed to show the audience that they were the perfect match.
And how about Pearl?
She had almost died.
Pearl's wretchedness was in stark contrast to the halo around Haley and Oscar in front of the camera.
Pearl instinctively clenched her fists tightly, her face pale.
Shivering from the cold, she seemed even colder at that moment, as if trapped in an icy vault.
Pearl instinctively touched her stomach, feeling a twinge of pain.
Pearl squatted down, clutching tightly, wanting to call for help, her hand gripping the glass door, her voice trembling. "Help me."
She collapsed to the ground, losing consciousness.
The television continued to broadcast, the reporter smiling and asking, "Ms. Garcia, it seems your relationship with Mr. Brown is quite deep. Are you also clarifying the rumors about you developing feelings with the cast members during filming?"
"Yes, I don't date any actresses..."
Haley wanted to say more, but Oscar took the microphone first and said coldly in front of everyone, "I am Ms. Garcia's boss. She is an employee of my company. Our relationship is purely professional!"
"And..."
Oscar looked at them and solemnly announced, "I am already married. Ms. Garcia is my classmate and my employee."
He took the initiative to clarify, not wanting the reporters to speculate and create unnecessary rumors that could jeopardize his marriage.
Oscar could tolerate Haley stirring up rumors to boost her popularity, but he would not allow any association with himself.
Oscar's clarification also quashed the reporters' wild imaginations. They had initially wanted to write a story about their deep love.
They wanted to ask some detailed questions, but this was interrupted, and suddenly they learned a big piece of news.
They hadn't reacted yet, and when they did, they were shocked. "What? Mr. Brown, you are married."
Although Oscar had previously clarified at the Brown Group's celebration that he was married, the public was unaware. By publicly announcing his marriage today, he aimed to prevent the media from writing any more about him and Haley.
"It can't be a joke, right? If Mr. Brown were married, it would have been widely reported. It's impossible that there was no news."
"Today isn't April Fool's Day, Mr. Brown. Please don't joke around."
"I am married," Oscar said seriously. "I never joke. My wife has been by my side for seven years, and we have been married for three years. We have always been deeply in love. So don't spread any false news. I don't want my relationship with my wife to be affected!"
Haley's expression became unnatural.
Oscar, in front of the media, actually disclosed his marriage!
How could this be?
This was something Haley had never expected.
Feeling uncomfortable, she maintained her composure in front of the camera, although her fingers were tightly clenched, trying to control the anxiety within her.
Oscar supported her in all aspects of her career in the entertainment industry, but avoided addressing matters of the heart repeatedly.
He tolerated it once, and it brought benefits to the company, a win-win situation. What was wrong with that?
Not only did he refuse, but he also publicly embarrassed her now.
Oscar attended the award ceremony, an important occasion he should attend as a boss, but he didn't want to say anything more.
Having said what needed to be said, he stopped there.
Haley realized that Oscar didn't want to be interviewed any longer, so she shielded him as they left. "Please make way, Mr. Brown has had a busy day and needs to rest. Any questions can be addressed next time."
Haley had no choice but to follow him out.
"Mr. Brown, Mrs. Brown has been by your side for seven years. This is quite shocking information. Could you share a bit more?"
Talking about this topic, their gossip became even more fervent.
Although specific details about Pearl had been mentioned, which could be easily found out, they wanted to get the most crucial information directly from Oscar.
They hurriedly followed them outside.
However, they were stopped by security.
The car was already waiting outside. They both got in, closed the door, and left the reporters outside.
Not far away, Eileen was watching.
Eileen had come to be interviewed by the reporters, but they seemed more interested in the gossip between Oscar and Haley.
Eileen's manager, Aria, was very angry.
Aria realized that Haley was Eileen's rival.
Since Haley's arrival, Eileen's fame had significantly declined.
When did the entertainment industry start favoring Haley as the promising talent?
"Ms. Eileen," Aria said, worried that Eileen might be upset. "If it weren't for you bringing her popularity, she wouldn't have made it this far. Clearly, people watched this show for you, the leading actress!"
"If it weren't for Oscar and your help, she wouldn't have made it. But today, you didn't even win an award, just a nomination. Your acting skills are far superior to Haley's..." Aria vented her dissatisfaction by criticizing Haley.
Eileen, however, interrupted Aria, not agreeing with her. "Don't say that. Haley made it to the second female lead because of her own abilities. We must acknowledge that. Don't easily dismiss someone's efforts. Even if I don't get along with her, we shouldn't defame her. We must be willing to accept failure."
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