Chapter 436
Chapter 436:
The internal rivalry at the company was cutthroat, with many eager to see her fail. Identifying the culprit seemed impossible.
Hertha looked around nervously before pleading, “Mr. Turner, whoever stole the recording meant to harm me. You mustn’t let them off easily. They need to be caught and punished p>
“They meant to harm you?” Vinson replied with a skeptical smile. “I can’t tell that. Instead, your maneuvering is quite detestable p>
Hertha had cleverly manipulated the situation, garnering public sympathy and stepping over Fernanda to bolster her own standing.
The way she gained votes was shameless.
Hertha’s body shook, and her lips trembled. “I p>
Just as she began to speak, Vinson interrupted her, “Will you make the announcement, or should I take care of it p>
Hertha’s face turned pale instantly.
What was he suggesting? Was he planning to make the whole affair public?
Panic widened her eyes, and she desperately pleaded, “I beg you for another chance. Please don’t reveal this. It would ruin my career!” The spotlight of the current scandal had everyone believing she was the victim, and with the internet buzzing…
Non-stop, she feared the fallout if she were revealed as the culprit instead. The idea of being condemned by the public was unfathomable to her.
She had maintained an image of purity and innocence throughout her career. If her actions were exposed, that carefully constructed façade would collapse, leaving her unable to continue in her profession. She had worked hard to build her image and rise to where she was. The idea of losing it all was unbearable.
Seeing Hertha visibly disturbed, Vinson couldn’t resist a derisive chuckle. “So, it’s just your career you’re worried about? What about the damage you’ve done to others? Did you even pause to consider the consequences for Fernanda or Esaham University while plotting your own gain p>
Nervously twisting her fingers, Hertha responded, “The public will move on and forget any criticism toward them. It won’t really affect them p>
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Yet, as a celebrity, her own downfall would be broadcast for all to see. Fernanda laughed at the absurdity of Hertha’s reasoning.
“Just because I’m an ordinary person, I should be expendable for your ambitions? Do you think it’s fair to build your success on my suffering p>
“No, I didn’t mean p>
“You could have simply inflated your own vote count if winning was your only goal. But no, you dragged me into this mess, seeking not just votes but also the public’s pity to grow your fanbase. You think you’re only wronging me? You’re deceiving your fans as well—those who defended you, only to be used by you p>