Chapter 1129


    When she returned to Zoey''s hospital room, Zoey, spotting her troubled expression, asked with


    concern, "Is it something with thepany?"


    Maja shook her head, managing a weak smile for her friend. "Zoey, focus on your health. I''m going to


    head back to Rosewood Manor for a shower before diving into some paperwork at the office."


    "Alright, but you don''t look so good, Ms. Pennyfeather."


    "I''m fine."


    Maja left the hospital, taking a moment to nce at the overcast sky, a prickling sensation at the corner


    of her eyes.


    When she arrived back at Rosewood Manor, she showered away the smell of gasoline clinging to her


    clothes. It was only when she stepped out of the bathroom that she noticed her skin, reddened from the


    vigorous scrubbing.


    It was as if through such actions, she could erase that night with Patric.


    She forced herself to descend the stairs and down a bitter cup of coffee before heading to the office.


    After a meeting where she set thepany''s goal for the uing month, she buried herself in


    documents until midnight.


    As the city outside turned into a bright cluster of lights, she lifted her coffee cup, standing by the floor-


    to-ceiling window, taking in the view.


    Her phone rang at that moment. A TV station had gotten hold of her number and wanted to invite her


    for an interview. She declined politely.


    When asked if she nned to always remain a mystery to the public, Maja paused, recalling the online


    rumors that she was a hideous woman who loved to sponsor male celebrities.


    At this critical time for thepany, potential partners were hesitant to bet on themercial value of


    Star Movie Group. If she epted the interview, it could serve as a promotion for thepany, which


    would undoubtedly increase its stock value.


    All she had to do was portray herself as amodity, one with a positive image.


    But she didn''t want to participate in such interviews where hosts typically asked tough questions,


    especially at a time when Star Movie Group was on the rise. If the Sanders family had connections with


    the TV station, she''d be facing immense humiliation.


    After hanging up the phone, she inquired about the uing award ceremony.


    "Ms. Pennyfeather, there is indeed an award ceremonying up. It''s broadcasted live, and Shawn


    happens to be nominated for the best actor," an assistant informed her.


    Decided, Maja nned to sit next to Shawn at the event and gradually reveal her identity to the


    audience.


    Star Movie Group needed publicity, and she was determined to show the partners who had agreed to


    cooperate the potential of thepany!


    She''d rather focus on work than on her heartbreak over Ian.


    As he''d said, he could find someone better.


    They were from different worlds anyway, and she was tired of constantly trying to reach his level.


    Moreover, his words had been utterly demeaning.


    Men and love were both illusions. Only her career would always remain with her.


    The next morning, she arrived at the office early, meeting Shawn first.


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    "Shawn, I''ll be attending the Awards tonight. I''ll ask the organizers to seat me next to you. Let''s interact


    a lot during the event to grab more screen time. Star Movie Group needs a lot of publicity right now,


    and I need to start appearing in public."


    Shawn''s eyes lit up. Maja was going to the event with him!


    "Sure, Ms. Pennyfeather. I''ll interact a lot with you."


    Maja nced at him, noting how increasingly handsome he''d be. Sess did breed


    attractiveness.


    She chuckled lightly, nodding her approval for him to leave.


    But Shawn lingered, finally managing to say, "Ms. Pennyfeather, you seem a bit downtely. I know a


    new dessert ce that’s really good. If you have time, I can take you there."


    Maja rubbed her temples, sighing. "No, thank you. I''ve got a lot on my te at thepany."


    A shadow crossed Shawn''s eyes, and he left, looking crestfallen.


    After arranging her seat for the award ceremony, Maja called the head of the PR department.


    "Buy a trending topic saying Maja of Star Movie Group is pestering Ian. Make sure it stirs up lots of


    negativements."


    If she had to y the ruthless businessman, she would use all means necessary.


    Ever since Ian''s interview video was released, he had gained arge fanbase. His reputation was


    impable, and he had few scandals. In contrast, any news about Maja only resulted in public


    bacsh.


    So, she''d have their attention first with this trending topic. When they saw the woman sitting next to


    Shawn during the award ceremony, they''d naturally be curious about her identity. This way, she could


    gradually make her presence known to the public.