A Journey from Bitterness to Truth (Matilda and Yvan) novel Chapter 236

The moment Yvan caught wind of the rumors swirling like a tornado through the digital grapevine, he couldn't believe his eyes. Several notorious gossip mongers had taken a sudden interest in digging up Matilda's past, fabricating tales so dark they cast a shadow over her entire persona.

Matilda was utterly clueless, her face the very picture of innocence as she wondered who she could have possibly offended to warrant such an onslaught.

The situation escalated when Luna, fuming with rage, blurted out, "Damn! That snake Mia is tripping you up!"

Mia of all people. Matilda was at a loss, unable to fathom what she might have done to provoke Mia's wrath.

The source of the trouble was a cryptic post Mia had made on Facebook, ranting about an interview she'd done earlier that day with a notorious socialite, who had apparently coasted into a career as a designer, earning money and accolades without any real credentials. Mia's disdain was palpable in every word.

Being an influencer with a sizeable following, Mia's post ignited a wildfire of curiosity, prompting her audience to speculate who she was targeting with her venomous words.

The answer wasn't long in coming. Mia had been at "Love Evolution" studio that very day, and among its staff was a stunningly beautiful girl known as Dawn. Once the connection was made, Mia's followers erupted in a frenzy, eager to expose Dawn's supposed seductive wiles.

Luna grimaced as she scrolled through the comments on Mia's post, each more vile than the last.

"Always knew this industry was a mess. Mia, steer clear of that bus everyone's had a ride on."

"Society's own Joan of Arc, love your blunt honesty. Can't stand the fake ones—go tear her down! We got your back!"

"Mia's the real deal, no one else would dare call it like it is online."

"Who's the chick? Anyone got the real dirt?"

"Did she steal your man or kill your folks for you to trash her like that on Facebook? Are your fans blind? Calling her a 'bus'—we're all women here, no need to be so malicious."

"The one calling Mia malicious—why even follow her, you clown? Mia can't speak her mind now?"

"Right, that commenter must be here to white-knight for Dawn, hilarious. Are you her alt or something?"

"If Mia said it, it must be true. She wouldn't waste time fabricating lies about you."

"Really, Dawn? I always thought she was quite the sophisticated designer."

"Anyone who thinks Dawn's got class must have water on the brain. Mia called her out, and you still worship her?"

"Mia, you're slamming someone for no reason—clout chasing much? See if Dawn even bothers to respond."