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Four days later, the Internet was buzzing with news of TYC’s impending bankruptcy.
Initially, some fans supported River, but their support waned when she remained silent. They began to criticize her even more harshly than the others who had started the uproar.
During a lunch break, the TYC employees gathered in the conference room.
One male employee spoke up. “It’s been six days, hasn’t it? Why hasn’t Ms. Healy explained anything? Is she proving the rumors right?”
“Don’t speak ill of Ms. Healy,” a female employee said. “She’s always been good to us. We shouldn’t make things worse.”
“Yeah, she’s been taking care of us in the company, providing us with good food and drinks.”
“Exactly. She wouldn’t have continued spending so much if she was planning to run away.”
But the male employee persisted, “Then why hasn’t she said anything? Those rumors must be true.
Maybe she’s just waiting for it to blow over.”
Holding a water bottle, Josie glared at him. “No, they’re not true.”
The male employee looked at Josie, asking, “Aren’t they?”
Furious, Josie slammed her water bottle onto the table. “That’s not true! Ms. Healy isn’t that kind of person.”
“What’s the point if you believe her?” The male employee continued indignantly. “Can you make money with that? You, a secretary, can’t understand how much the sales department has suffered. They’ve labeled us as Ms. Healy’s lackeys, but we have to respond politely. What do you even know?”
Josie glared at and rebuked him loudly, “Can’t you endure it? Do you know how they slander and curse Ms. Healy every day?”
“I don’t know, I can’t take it anymore!” The male employee ran his hands through his hair. “Ms. Healy must be guilty. I think the company will go bankrupt sooner or later.”
“If you can’t handle it, leave!” Josie exploded. “You don’t deserve Ms. Healy’s kindness. She’s been buying you nice food lately, and you’re ungrateful!”
“What did you say?”
“I said you’re ungrateful!” Unable to contain her emotions, Josie stepped forward and slapped the man.
“You bitch! How dare you slap me?” The male employee was furious and attempted to slap Josie.
The other employees were frightened and rushed to intervene.
Chaos erupted in the conference room.
River and Kenny heard the commotion as they passed by the conference room. They exchanged glances and hurriedly entered the room.
Kenny opened the door and was met with a chaotic scene that angered him. “It’s lunch break. Why didn’t you rest and instead got into a fight?”
One of the employees approached Kenny and explained the situation.
Upon hearing the explanation, Kenny’s expression soured. He turned to River with indignation. “You decide what to do with this employee.”
River nodded and entered the conference room. After studying her employees for a moment, she spoke calmly. “I understand your concerns. You might think I’m avolding rumors and not addressing the company’s situation. Some of you believe the company is going bankrupt. I won’t try to convince you otherwise. If you want to leave, go ahead. I won’t stop you.
“I’m leaving!” The male employee angrily removed his work ID and tossed it on the floor, “I won’t stay in a company with no future!”
“I’m leaving too.”
“I’m sorry, Ms. Healy. I wish you success.”
River watched her departing employees silently. She counted as they left, stopping at 17.
Turning to the remaining 50 or so employees, River asked, “Is anyone else absent?”
Josie wiped her tears. “Yes, Ms. Healy. There are about ten more.”
“Go check if they want to stay or leave.”
Sobbing, Josie nodded. “Alright.”
After Josie left, River asked, “What about the rest of you?”
“We’ll stay with you, Ms. Healy!” a female employee declared.
“Yes, you’ve always been good to us. We won’t abandon you in tough times.
“Don’t worry, Ms. Healy. We’re committed, no matter what happens.”
With bitterness in her voice, River replied, “Alright, I won’t betray your trust.”
After resolving the situation, River and Kenny returned to River’s office.
Kenny paced back and forth, still fuming. “I’m furious!”
Sipping on the coconut juice Kenny had brought, River explained calmly, “It’s natural. That’s how things go.”
“Doesn’t matter! We should’ve never spent so much on their food!” Kenny barked.
River corrected him, “Don’t generalize. You should refer to the ones who left.”
“You’re right.” Kenny settled on the sofa. “What a bunch of ungrateful jerks!” River looked at him and asked, “Do you share the same doubts as them?”
Stunned, Kenny awkwardly touched his nose. “Because you’re so mysterious.”
River placed the coconut juice down and grinned. “Help me find three outfits. Kenny.”
Kenny was bewildered by her request. “What kind of outfits?”
“Two casual ones and a stunning red gown. Also, arrange for a makeup artist.”
Kenny furrowed his brow, seeking an explanation. “What’s this all for?”
River checked the time. “I’m attending the Xander Group’s 100th–anniversary celebration tomorrow.”
“Are you serious? Why attend now? Aren’t you worried about safety?” Kenny glared at River.
River laughed but didn’t explain.
Kenny stared at her in shock. “You’re planning to-“
“Yes,” River interrupted. “We’re going to change the situation!”
The Xander Group’s 100th–anniversary celebration took place two days before Mardis Gras.
Members of high society were invited to the luxurious Novamere Hotel before 5:00 p.m.
Outside, two lines of bodyguards stood while journalists snapped photos of the masked nobility attending the event.
In a hotel makeup room, a makeup artist skillfully worked on Daniella’s delicate makeup. She looked dazzling in her gown.
Grayson entered the room with a smile. Adoration filled his eyes as he saw how elegant Daniella appeared. “You look stunning today, Ella.”
Daniella turned to Grayson, smiled, and walked over. “Stop flattering me, Grandpa.”
Grayson held her hand. “I can’t help it when you’re so beautiful.”
Shyly, Daniella leaned against his shoulder. “Thank you for finding me and giving me such wonderful things, Grandpa.”
With joy, Grayson patted her hand. I’ll always give you the best, Ella.”
At the same time, River left TYC with her bodyguards.
The journalists and an angry crowd hurled insults at her as she exited.
“You’re finally out, you!”
“Leave Novamere!”
“Shame on you, River!”
“Let’s all shout! Make her leave!”
The constant insults made River clench her fists in her pockets.
Suddenly, someone threw an egg at her hat, but her bodyguard shielded her.
River stopped but took a deep breath and continued toward the car.
The crowd and journalists rushed toward her, throwing things as if they wanted to harm her.
Despite missing for seven days, River’s reappearance overshadowed the Xander Group’s 100th-
anniversary celebration, becoming a top trending online topic.
People went live, and comments were filled with curses about River.
Noah’s face darkened when he saw the live broadcast on his way to the celebration.
“Reuben, get more bodyguards to protect River. They must stay close to her wherever she goes,”
he ordered sharply.
Reuben made the call without hesitation.
Noah stared icily at the live broadcast and the car taking River away from TYC. He clenched his fists, unable to fathom why River remained silent about the rumors. All he could do was protect her discreetly.
Kenny gently wiped River’s face with a damp tissue inside the car. “Thank goodness you asked me for that large hat or your hair would have been ruined.
River accepted the tissue and asked. “Did you check the hot topic? Is mine at the top?”
Kenny, wide–eyed, replied, “Why worry about that now? Can’t you focus on yourself?”
River ignored his comment and checked the trending topics on her phone. When she saw that her news had claimed the top spot, she couldn’t help but smile. She was determined not to let the 100th-
anniversary celebration go smoothly.
After putting her phone down, she texted Neil.
River: [Did you get everything ready?)
Neil quickly replied.
Neil: [Don’t worry. I’m just waiting for you]
River sent back a gloomy message.
River: I’m sure your grandfather will suffer a significant blow after this.]
Neil: [Grandpa should realize his grave mistake.]
River pressed her lips together, put her phone down, and stared out the window. Success was her only option this time.