Chapter 114
Chapter 114 Media Onught
The news of Imogen’s involvement as the other woman in Troy and Sarah’s rtionship had been
circting for some time. However, the intensity of the issue hadn’tpletely died down. Every
time Sarah released a statement or post, there would always be someone mentioning Imogen in the
comments section.
Especially after Sarah’s recent birthday party, fansmbasted Imogen once more.
Some also spoke up for Imogen because of her father’s character and past, using Imogen’s
performance at the press conference to prove that the rumors about her being the other woman
were nothing but media spection.
But the majority didn’t buy it.
The media remained ambiguous about the whole thing, making it difficult to distinguish fact from
fiction.
Lane called Troy that evening due to the media bringing up old news.
Troy and Imogen appeared in the trending topics again.
However, this time the information wasn’t vague. It was definite.
The media released several sneakily captured videos showing Troy and Imogen heading home
together, the two shopping at a jewelry store, and them getting out of the same car in the parking
garage of the Marshall Group.
The evidence was overwhelming, making it hard to exin it away as a mere sibling–like
rtionship.
The news originated from an ount named Romance Gossip on Instagram.
Along with the evidence, they posted an image with a narrative, iming insider knowledge about
Troy, Imogen, and Sarah.
[It’s truly surprising how things turned out. In college, Troy and Sarah were the ideal couple. They
are both smart and good–looking, from equal backgrounds. It’s a shame… I believe Troy still has
feelings for Sarah, but there’s nothing he can do…]
[I’ve met Ms. Forbes a few times. Shees off as… well… rather arrogant. On a side note,
recently, a director at the Marshall Group got transferred because she supposedly offended
Imogen. Think about that…]
[Troy and Imogen’s affair is an open secret in our circle. Otherwise, why would paparazzi stake out?
Ms. Forbes is cunning, ensuring their rtionship is irreversible before seeking support from Mr.
Henry Marshall. I heard she had her associates toast Troy at a party, and when he got drunk and
went upstairs to rest, she followed him…]
[Given the circumstances, how could Mr. Henry Marshall not back her up? Ultimately, Imogen is
clever. She stayed in the Marshall family for so long because of her liver transnt, or so they say.
Considering Mr. Henry Marshall’s wealth, couldn’t he have found another donor? She’s clearly
morally ckmailing him.]
Troy read the post and furrowed his brow.
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The article contained fabricated details, painting a narrative many wanted to believe.
But Troy could tell at a nce that much of the article’s content was fabricated or conjecture.
For instance, on that night three years ago, he wasn’t drunk but was drugged, and due to a series
of misfortunes, ended up in Imogen’s room…
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Chapter 114 Media Onught
Yet, it was these fabrications that theizens wanted to see, the truth as they perceived it.
The article was craftily written, with most usations aimed at Imogen.
At first reading, it didn’t seem like much. But upon reading it again, one could discern that the main
thrust of the article targeted Imogen. On the surface, the article condemned Troy for infidelity and
labeled Imogen as the other woman. Yet, it subtly hinted at Troy’s deep feelings for Sarah and
mentioned instances of Imogen using her familial ties to threaten Troy, trying to exonerate him.
Netizens who didn’t know the whole truth were swayed by the article, and the flood ofments
attacking Imogen surged once again. Meanwhile, Troy, who hadn’t handled the emotional aspects
of the situation well, seemed to vanish from the spotlight.
The post went viral, and soon many ounts reposted simr content, making Troy and Imogen
trending topics.
Logically speaking, Imogen was just an ordinary person, and although Troy was a public figure, he
wasn’t part of the entertainment industry. Not many people were interested in their love life. It.
wasn’t as juicy as some celebrity’s scandalous story.
However, things got heated when Sarah, a celebrity, became involved.
Once a matter involved a star, it attracted attention. especially when, in this case, Sarah was
portrayed as the victim.
Netizens have always had a negative impression of the capital. Anyone who spoke in favor of
Imogen and Troy wasbeled as speaking for the capitalists.
For a while, the two became everyone’s punching bag online.
Even Marshall Group’s stock prices started dropping.
Troy dialed a number from his Contacts.
A few secondster, the call was answered.
A deep male voice came from the other end, “Mr. Marshall, do you have a job for me?”
“I’m giving you one day. Find out who’s behind the Instagram ounts for Romance Gossip, Goose
yhouse, and Entertainment Circle Secrets for me!”
It seemed that his tolerance towards these media outlets had emboldened them to repeatedly test
his limits.
The man on the phone responded nonchntly, “Don’t worry, Mr. Marshall. Wait for my message
tomorrow!”
After hanging up, Troy continued browsing the web page.
Under Lane’s intervention, the search heat had already decreased.
He switched off his phone and headed back to the master bedroom, gently closing the door behind
him.
“You didn’t leave?” Upon hearing the sound, Imogen opened her eyes and shot a nce at Troy.
Due to just waking up, her voice was slightly hoarse.
Seeing that Imogen was awake, Troy walked briskly to the bed and said, “Leave? Where would I
go?”
In the dim light, Imogen stared silently at Troy.
Meeting Imogen’s gaze, Troy suddenly realized at that moment she thought he had taken a call
from Sarah.
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Imogen must have believed that his prolonged absence meant he had been called away by Sarah
again.
The thought crossed her mind without causing much distress.
Perhaps she had grown numb.
Or perhaps she just didn’t care anymore.
Deep down, she knew that maintaining a superficial harmony with Troy was just tofort Henry.
And yet, at that moment, Troy came back.
Troy climbed into the bed, pulled back the covers, and said, “That was a call from Lane.” “Is there a
problem at thepany?”
“It’s nothing major. Sleep,” Troy reassured as he pulled Imogen into his embrace.
Seeing that Troy remained tight–lipped, Imogen didn’t press further, simply closing her drifting back
to sleep.
eyes and
The trending hashtag was suppressed in a timely manner. When many people checked the Inte
early in the morning, the trending news about Troy and Imogen had already vanished.
However, someizens witnessed the trending hashtag drop little by little until itpletely
disappeared.
Even if the topic was hot, it couldn’t make it to the trending list.
This was the simplest and most effective method.
By cutting off the spread of the news, the rest was left to time. Before long, people would forget
about this piece of gossip, ensuring it wouldn’t affect Imogen’s life.
But those media outlets and gossipmongers hadn’t disappeared.
At eight o’clock in the morning, Romance Gossip posted a photo on Instagram with the caption:
[Facing the consequences of money power.]
The photo showed a private message, which read: [Hello, I am Mr. Marshall’s secretary. Your
actions have infringed upon Mr. Marshall’s legal rights. Can you provide contact information to
discuss the removal of your post?]
The screenshot of the message was posted, and in thements section, Imogen faced a new
round of ridicule.
However, after the heat of the topic had been suppressed, no matter how manyments these
media outlets received, they couldn’t make it to the trending list.
The news heat dropped to its lowest.
Still, Imogen found out about it.
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