Chapter 69


    68 Gossip and Gift Boxes Emma, on her way home to unwind, was intercepted by Jada and Bonnie,


    eager to grill her about the ongoing drama. They were buzzing with curiosity over Emina’s sudden


    closeness to Maxwell, especially given his influence in the industry. Feeling overwhelmed by their


    inquisition, Emma didn’t know how to respond. The situation was spiraling, and their curiosity only


    said, showing a social media post to Emma. The gossip was intensifying, and Emma was at the center


    of it. Bonnie, intrigued by the post, added fuel to the fire, “Now everyone’s curious about your true


    identity. What’s next? Heiress to the Smirnoff empire?” Emma sighed,menting her decision to


    participate in the magazine shoot. “If I knew it would cause this much hassle, I wouldn’t have done it.‘


    Bonnie questioned the necessity of Emma’s involvement, considering the stature of Crown


    Entertainment, anotherpany under the Smirnoff umbre. Emma knew her family’s influence in the


    industry, but her involvement wasn’t just about supporting the subsidiary–it was also about helping


    Jennifer, the photographer. “Jennifer’s a big name in photography. If you did the shoot just for him,


    that’s just bad luck. But if you’re thinking of rekindling things with Alex, I might have to intervene,”


    Bonnie half–joked, half- serious. Emma drylyughed off the notion, having no intention of


    reconnecting with Alex. Jada chimed in, “The real issue is your brother’s reaction. And Maryann’s on


    her way here–we should leave before she draws a crowd.” Jada recalled an outing with Maryann, how


    her fame had turned their day into a chaotic fan evasion. Now, with Maryann approaching, they


    anticipated another frenzy. “Let’s leave before it gets too hectic,” Emma suggested, mindful of


    Maryann’s fan following. As they prepared to leave, Maryann arrived, displeased at the thought of


    being left behind. Her arrival halted their escape. “I heard about your divorce from Alex. Here’s a gift,”


    Maryann said, handing Emma a hefty gift box. Inside, Emma found stacks of Maryann’s personal


    magazines, featuring interviews and profiles of various male celebrities. It was aprehensive guide


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    to the showbiz world. “Are you suggesting I pick someone from here?” Emma asked, wary of


    Maryann’s intentions. Maryann confirmed, “Yes, they’re all good options, vetted and discreet. Feel free


    to choose a few if you like.” 68 Gossip and Gift Boxes The boldness of Maryann’s gesture stunned


    everyone. Jada and Bonnie looked at Emma, wondering how she would handle such an offer. Emma,


    taken aback by Maryann’s unconventional gift, faced a conundrum. The box presented a mix of


    potential connections andplications in her already tangled personal and professional life.