Chapter 158

• Ivy gasped in disbelief, her face twisted in a scowl. "But it was barely four hours since the video went viral. This is ridiculous."
• "It's absolutely ludicrous!" Susan exclaimed, letting out a sharp, exasperated sigh. "I just got the director's annoyingly insincere apology in my email a few minutes ago. I'm convinced Chadwick is behind this mess – again. He's using his influence to jeopardize everything and shift the spotlight onto you. And to add insult to injury, he released a statement 'protecting' your replica reputation, effectively throwing you under the bus."
• Susan's voice dripped with disdain as she continued, "Omega Entertainment is becoming a pain in the ass. Their corporate gamesmanship is suffocating. I swear, it's like they're deliberately trying to strangle you."