Chapter 213
Chapter 213:
With a gentle cough, Vivian steadied herself before addressing the assembly. “Everyone,” she said, her voice soft but clear. “I’d rather we not get caught up in rumors and speculation.” She sidestepped the subject entirely as she moved the conversation elsewhere. “Today, I’m happy to announce some exciting news. Vivian Floral Design has joined forces with a film studio to produce a web series inspired by my song Glimmer of Love. Not only that, but the theme song for the series will be Glimmer of Love itself. Please look forward to it.”
A graceful bow followed her words, her dignity intact. Interest lingered in the crowd, but the hunger for gossip remained. Vivian’s lips curved into a gentle smile as she continued, “I truly hope you’ll pay closer attention to my work on behalf of the chronically ill. My aim is to spread hope and resilience—may you help me share that spirit.”
By shifting the focus, Vivian painted herself as a figure of virtue. A fresh wave of coughing broke up her speech, and she offered a quiet apology. “I’m running out of time, so you’ll have to forgive me.” With her caregiver’s steady arm, Vivian disappeared back into her studio.
Clips of her response swept across the Internet, drawing admiration for her compassion and excitement for the upcoming series. The question about the bite faded from people’s minds—her shy demeanor had spoken volumes.
In another part of town, Alexia caught wind of the headlines and threw up her hands in outrage. “Unbelievable! Brandon spent last night with you at Moonlit Estate, so what’s Vivian pretending to blush about?”
Alexia’s irritation was unmistakable. Seville’s eyes lingered on Millie, a spark of intrigue in her gaze. Taking another mouthful, Millie finally broke the silence. “Vivian called and asked him to come by last night.”
The moment she finished, everyone at the table seemed to process that news in their own way. Millie continued, her tone casual, “Still, I was the one who bit Brandon. He came home this morning in a mood and tried to kiss me out of nowhere. I wasn’t having it, so I bit him. Simple as that.”
Alexia’s hand balled into a fist as she replied, “Now it makes sense.” Updates are released by.net
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A different light dawned in Seville’s eyes, revealing just how much Vivian’s actions puzzled him.
But for Millie, none of that mattered right now.
Her thoughts were entirely consumed with Vivian’s next move—plans to relaunch Glimmer of Love.
Pushing boundaries seemed to be Vivian’s specialty; even with a legal notice from Evans Entertainment’s lawyers, she was doubling down, showing no sign of backing down.
Maybe it was Brandon’s influence that gave her such nerve.
In the grand scheme, Millie knew it wouldn’t last. The higher Vivian tried to climb, the further she would fall once the truth emerged.
Amidst the conversation and clinking cutlery, the sharp ring of the doorbell cut through the air.
Charles had made his entrance.
Charles entered the room with a composed expression. “I thought you should know,” he began, “we’re in control now. We can remove Oakley whenever we want.”
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