Chapter 101
“ I sold everything I had to send her to school and poured all my money into getting her to the big city , but now she won’t even acknowledge me . She said I embarrassed her and told me to go back to the countryside … ”
George sobbed so pitifully that he almost convinced himself . His performance deserved an Oscar .
The reporters clicked their cameras non – stop , eager to capture the drama . The story of a father abandoned by his foster daughter was the kind of hot topic that guaranteed a juicy headline . They all hoped to break the story first . The reporters couldn’t help but feel sympathy for George . They all began to criticize Wendy , “ How could Wendy be so heartless ? ”
“ I never believed anyone was born evil in this world – until Wendy came along ! ” one of them exclaimed .
Benny handed George a tissue , his voice filled with anger . “ The whole reason we’re holding this press conference today is to expose Wendy for what she really is . Too many people still don’t know the truth about her . She can’t just abandon her foster father like this – she has to take responsibility for him ! ”
George wiped his face with the tissue , a sly smile creeping across his face . Even with Stanley protecting her , he was sure Wendy wouldn’t be able to escape him .
Lilian and Jessica exchanged a knowing glance , both of them smug and satisfied .
Harry hadn’t shown up . He figured this press conference would be enough to deal with Wendy . He had other matters to attend to with some executives and had headed to a fancy hotel for dinner . All he had to do now was wait for Lilian’s good news .
Lilian put on a pained expression and spoke with feigned regret , “ I owe you all an apology . Wendy is my daughter , and it’s because I failed as a mother that she’s caused such a negative impact . I’m not a good mother . ”
Jessica immediately stepped in to defend her . “ Mom, it’s not your fault . ”
The reporters quickly rallied to Lilian’s side . “ Mrs. Crone , you’re a great mother . Just look at how well you raised Jessica . ”
“ Mrs. Crone , Wendy is just a born troublemaker . No matter how you raise her , it’s hopeless . ”
Lilian smiled slyly to herself , knowing she’d just used Wendy’s downfall to build her own image as the perfect mother .
Then Benny said , “ The press conference has already started , yet Wendy hasn’t shown up . I bet she’s too scared to face us . She’s guilty , that’s why ! ”
Before anyone could react , a clear , calm voice cut through the tension . “ Mr. Gondale , are you talking about me ? ”
Everyone turned to see Wendy standing at the door , a graceful figure that seemed to glow . She had come .
And she had come alone .
Wendy walked confidently toward the front , and the reporters quickly made way for her . She stood directly in front of Benny .
Benny scowled . “ Wendy , how dare you show up here ! ”
Wendy raised an eyebrow , her expression both sharp and playful . “ Mr. Gondale , you seem confused . Do you want me to come or not ? Which is it ? ”
“ You little … ” Benny was furious , his face turning red . Wendy had managed to get under his skin time and time
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Lilian smiled , a sense of satisfaction washing over her . Werkly showing up was perfect . She quickly signaled George with a look .
George reached out to grab Wendy , calling out , “ Wendy … ”
Wendy turned to him , her eyes as cold as ice . “ Don’t touch me with your filthy hands . I can’t stand it . ”
George froze , taken aback .
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Lilian immediately fanned the flames of emotion . “ Wendy , at a time like this , how can you still be so cruel to your foster father ? ”
Jessica added , “ Wendy , you need to apologize to him right now and take him back home with you . ‘ Benny snapped , “ Wendy , you’re awful ! ”
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The reporters swarmed around , their cameras flashing . “ We’ve seen it all with our own eyes ! Wendy , your true face is hideous . We’re exposing you right now ! ”
Stanley and Nathan had just entered the room when they saw the chaos . Wendy was being cornered .
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