Chapter 114

Chapter 114 Media Onslaught

The news of Imogen’s involvement as the other woman in Troy and Sarah’s relationship had been circulating for some time. However, the intensity of the issue hadn’t completely died down. Every time Sarah released a statement or post, there would always be someone mentioning Imogen in the comments section.

Especially after Sarah’s recent birthday party, fans lambasted Imogen once more.

Some also spoke up for Imogen because of her father’s character and past, using Imogen’s performance at the press conference to prove that the rumors about her being the other woman were nothing but media speculation.

But the majority didn’t buy it.

The media remained ambiguous about the whole thing, making it difficult to distinguish fact from fiction.

Lane called Troy that evening due to the media bringing up old news.

Troy and Imogen appeared in the trending topics again.

However, this time the information wasn’t vague. It was definite.

The media released several sneakily captured videos showing Troy and Imogen heading home together, the two shopping at a jewelry store, and them getting out of the same car in the parking garage of the Marshall Group.

The evidence was overwhelming, making it hard to explain it away as a mere sibling–like relationship.

The news originated from an account named Romance Gossip on Instagram.

Along with the evidence, they posted an image with a narrative, claiming insider knowledge about Troy, Imogen, and Sarah.

[It’s truly surprising how things turned out. In college, Troy and Sarah were the ideal couple. They are both smart and good–looking, from equal backgrounds. It’s a shame… I believe Troy still has feelings for Sarah, but there’s nothing he can do…]

[I’ve met Ms. Forbes a few times. She comes off as… well… rather arrogant. On a side note, recently, a director at the Marshall Group got transferred because she supposedly offended Imogen. Think about that…]

[Troy and Imogen’s affair is an open secret in our circle. Otherwise, why would paparazzi stake out? Ms. Forbes is cunning, ensuring their relationship is irreversible before seeking support from Mr. Henry Marshall. I heard she had her associates toast Troy at a party, and when he got drunk and went upstairs to rest, she followed him…]

[Given the circumstances, how could Mr. Henry Marshall not back her up? Ultimately, Imogen is clever. She stayed in the Marshall family for so long because of her liver transplant, or so they say. Considering Mr. Henry Marshall’s wealth, couldn’t he have found another donor? She’s clearly morally blackmailing him.]

Troy read the post and furrowed his brow.

The article contained fabricated details, painting a narrative many wanted to believe.

But Troy could tell at a glance that much of the article’s content was fabricated or conjecture.

For instance, on that night three years ago, he wasn’t drunk but was drugged, and due to a series of misfortunes, ended up in Imogen’s room…

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Chapter 114 Media Onslaught

Yet, it was these fabrications that the netizens wanted to see, the truth as they perceived it.

The article was craftily written, with most accusations aimed at Imogen.

At first reading, it didn’t seem like much. But upon reading it again, one could discern that the main thrust of the article targeted Imogen. On the surface, the article condemned Troy for infidelity and labeled Imogen as the other woman. Yet, it subtly hinted at Troy’s deep feelings for Sarah and mentioned instances of Imogen using her familial ties to threaten Troy, trying to exonerate him. Netizens who didn’t know the whole truth were swayed by the article, and the flood of comments attacking Imogen surged once again. Meanwhile, Troy, who hadn’t handled the emotional aspects of the situation well, seemed to vanish from the spotlight.

The post went viral, and soon many accounts reposted similar content, making Troy and Imogen trending topics.

Logically speaking, Imogen was just an ordinary person, and although Troy was a public figure, he wasn’t part of the entertainment industry. Not many people were interested in their love life. It. wasn’t as juicy as some celebrity’s scandalous story.

However, things got heated when Sarah, a celebrity, became involved.

Once a matter involved a star, it attracted attention. especially when, in this case, Sarah was portrayed as the victim.

Netizens have always had a negative impression of the capital. Anyone who spoke in favor of Imogen and Troy was labeled as speaking for the capitalists.

For a while, the two became everyone’s punching bag online.

Even Marshall Group’s stock prices started dropping.

Troy dialed a number from his Contacts.

A few seconds later, the call was answered.

A deep male voice came from the other end, “Mr. Marshall, do you have a job for me?”

“I’m giving you one day. Find out who’s behind the Instagram accounts for Romance Gossip, Goose Playhouse, and Entertainment Circle Secrets for me!”

It seemed that his tolerance towards these media outlets had emboldened them to repeatedly test

his limits.

The man on the phone responded nonchalantly, “Don’t worry, Mr. Marshall. Wait for my message

tomorrow!”

After hanging up, Troy continued browsing the web page.

Under Lane’s intervention, the search heat had already decreased.

He switched off his phone and headed back to the master bedroom, gently closing the door behind him.

“You didn’t leave?” Upon hearing the sound, Imogen opened her eyes and shot a glance at Troy. Due to just waking up, her voice was slightly hoarse.

Seeing that Imogen was awake, Troy walked briskly to the bed and said, “Leave? Where would I go?”

In the dim light, Imogen stared silently at Troy.

Meeting Imogen’s gaze, Troy suddenly realized at that moment she thought he had taken a call from Sarah.

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Imogen must have believed that his prolonged absence meant he had been called away by Sarah again.

The thought crossed her mind without causing much distress.

Perhaps she had grown numb.

Or perhaps she just didn’t care anymore.

Deep down, she knew that maintaining a superficial harmony with Troy was just to comfort Henry.

And yet, at that moment, Troy came back.

Troy climbed into the bed, pulled back the covers, and said, “That was a call from Lane.” “Is there a problem at the company?”

“It’s nothing major. Sleep,” Troy reassured as he pulled Imogen into his embrace.

Seeing that Troy remained tight–lipped, Imogen didn’t press further, simply closing her drifting back to sleep.

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The trending hashtag was suppressed in a timely manner. When many people checked the Internet early in the morning, the trending news about Troy and Imogen had already vanished.

However, some netizens witnessed the trending hashtag drop little by little until it completely disappeared.

Even if the topic was hot, it couldn’t make it to the trending list.

This was the simplest and most effective method.

By cutting off the spread of the news, the rest was left to time. Before long, people would forget about this piece of gossip, ensuring it wouldn’t affect Imogen’s life.

But those media outlets and gossipmongers hadn’t disappeared.

At eight o’clock in the morning, Romance Gossip posted a photo on Instagram with the caption: [Facing the consequences of money power.]

The photo showed a private message, which read: [Hello, I am Mr. Marshall’s secretary. Your actions have infringed upon Mr. Marshall’s legal rights. Can you provide contact information to discuss the removal of your post?]

The screenshot of the message was posted, and in the comments section, Imogen faced a new round of ridicule.

However, after the heat of the topic had been suppressed, no matter how many comments these media outlets received, they couldn’t make it to the trending list.

The news heat dropped to its lowest.

Still, Imogen found out about it.

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