Chapter 166
Timothy had already extended an olive branch to Mia. Why didn’t she simply express her need for help?
During her previous call seeking Timothy’s assistance, she had employed sweet talk, consistently addressing him as “darling” to win him over.
With a hint of hesitation, Heath asked, “So, Mr. Barrett, what should we do now?”
“Must I spell it out for you? Get that trending topic taken down!” Timothy snapped, his frustration evident.
Heath immediately complied, but before long, feedback from his subordinates reached him.
Heath seemed perplexed as he reported, “Mr. Barrett, there’s already been a request for the removal of the trending topic on their end, and the popularity has dwindled.”
Wearing a stern expression, Timothy inquired, “Who made the request?”
“It was Mr. Linden Lane from Nord City, also known as Liam.”
Upon hearing that name. Timothy’s mood turned sour. “Why are you just standing there? Keep investigating who’s behind all of this.”
For Timothy, the removal of a trending topic held little significance.
After all, being in Bern City, what revelations could Linden, who resided in Nord City, possibly uncover?
Following the call, Mia returned to the office area, only to be greeted by discontented expressions from her
colleagues.
As she approached her desk, Wilhelmina voiced her frustration. “Mia, you’ve got some nerve showing up to
work today.
“We h
had to put in overtime this weekend because of your actions, and your reputation has dragged us into this mess! Don’t you think an apology is in order?”
Mia looked up, meeting the eyes of both Wilhelmina and her other colleagues. “I extend my sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by this situation.
“Nonetheless, it’s due to someone spreading malicious rumors about me. I am determined to conduct a thorough investigation to unveil the truth behind this matter.”
Wilhelmina felt a slight unease, but with Shelly’s recent reassurance in mind, she regained her confidence.
Even if Mia were to reveal the truth, it appeared there was little she could do to cause harm.
After all, Wilhelmina had Shelly firmly supporting her–a formidable member of the esteemed Barrett family. What chance did a mere nobody like Mia have against such influence?
With a contemptuous sneer, Wilhelmina remarked, “Words can be deceptive. Who’s to say you’re not crying.
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“Mia, if you fail to handle this matter appropriately, the women in our studio won’t let you off lightly.”
Grace Fallon, a designer who typically shared a good rapport with Wilhelmina, chimed in, “Exactly!
Because of your actions, my potential suitor caught wind of it and immediately distanced himself from me.
You must take full responsibility for this!”
“Yeah, the news was spreading like wildfire on social media, probably with millions of views and shares by
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