Chapter 79

• His response needed to balance his public image with the personal emotions he was grappling with in the aftermath of Audrey's death and his complicated relationship with Ava.
• With a wry chuckle, Leon attempted to dismiss the sensationalized narrative with a touch of cynicism, saying, "It's merely an intricate web of fabricated tales, you know. The public often sees what they wish to perceive." His response was a calculated dance of words, deflecting attention from the true emotions and events that had recently unfolded in his life.
• Undeterred by Leon's nonchalant dismissal, the persistent journalist pressed further, determined to extract a morsel of truth from the enigmatic figure before them. "And who might be the charming young woman gracing the picture, the same one who seemingly became your savior in the face of danger?" The question hung in the air, laden with curiosity and a hint of skepticism.