Forsaking the Years of Longing novel Chapter 125

Chapter 6 "Emily has gone too far! The investigation isn't even complete, and she's already leaked everything to the media. You're getting dragged through the mud!"

I shot upright in bed and clicked on the link, realizing the full extent of the situation. Emily had publicly announced my resignation online, slandering me as if I'd been fired for stealing project data and leaking plans. Her words were sharp and v e n o m o u s .

The netizens, led by her fabricated story, had joined in, angrily condemning me. In less than a day, I was essentially blacklisted from the industry. I couldn't help but think, if I were really just a powerless secretary, this scandal would be devastating.

The comments on Weibo were flooded with trolls and clueless bystanders, all painting me as a vile and repulsive villain.

Exhaling slowly, I calmed myself, just as a reassuring text from Jasmine popped up.

"Ugh! Emily is disgusting. With this stunt, your career in this field is practically over! Want me to secretly teach her a lesson?!"

I smirked and replied, "No need. I'll handle this myself. Just gather some marketing accounts and internet bots for me-let's turn up the heat."

Jasmine didn't quite get it, but she obediently followed my instructions.

Once I'd made all the arrangements, I took a seat by the window, popping an anti-hangover pill. If Emily wanted to ruin my reputation and drive me out of Seattle, I'd gladly fan the flames - and then strike back twice as hard.

The next day, I prepared myself, slipping into a striking red dress I'd had stashed away. Its curves perfectly complemented my figure; even in the mirror, I found myself mesmerizing. I styled my usual straight black hair into big waves and matched it with a bold red lip, exuding allure and danger.

All of this was exactly what Jason hated.