Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
“Felix, these photos are entirely fabricated! Each one of them has been digitally manipulated.
“Mia orchestrated this entire scheme to tarnish my reputation!” Wilhelmina insisted, adamantly refusing to acknowledge the truth.
If she were to concede, how could she ever mend the damage inflicted upon her reputation?
In the next moment, Wilhelmina pointed an accusatory finger at Mia, her voice cutting through the tension. Mia is merely attempting to divert attention and shift the blame onto me!
“The truth is, she’s the one involved with that old man, not me!”
With a wry smile, Mia replied, “Why deny the inevitable? If you argue that photos can be manipulated, what about the video I just uploaded online? It can’t be deemed fake, can it?”
Felix hurriedly approached, opening the webpage to reveal a video that now included clear audio. unmistakably featuring Wilhelmina’s voice.
There was no room for denial now.
As Wilhelmina saw the video, she trembled, unable to maintain her composure. How did Mia manage to obtain these photos and videos?
It seemed impossible!
In the blink of an eye, Wilhelmina felt an intense pain on her scalp as her hair was forcefully yanked.
With a menacing tone, Fiona sneered, “Do you have anything left to say? It’s clear that you orchestrated all of this, yet you still have the audacity to falsely accuse others!”
Wilhelmina endured a barrage of forceful slaps, and within moments, her face swelled. Her lipstick was smudged, and tears mixed with mucus streamed down her face.
Everyone in the studio observed the brutal scene, yet not a single person dared to step forward and intervene.
The bystander effect was primarily fueled by the fact that Fiona hadn’t arrived alone. She had brought along several imposing bodyguards. It was evident that she came well¨Cprepared for the situation.
Under the relentless assault, Wilhelmina turned her gaze toward Mia. “Why am I the sole target? Mia is implicated, too! She was with your father just a few days ago.
“You’re aware she’s been to his villa. Don’t you know that once a woman is chosen by your father and enters his home, none of them can escape?”
Suddenly, the air fell silent.
Turning to face Mia, Fiona questioned with a hostile tone. “Wilhelmina, is what you’re saying true?”
“It’s true. I collapsed after ingesting something from the villa that day. Upon regaining consciousness, I discovered myself in your father’s bed. Mia was also at the villa that day.
“Despite abstaining from the food, she couldn’t evade the unfolding situation. Her return that evening was notably delayed, her lips bearing the evidence of intimate moments!
“Astonishingly, she even secured a design order at your father’s villa!” Wilhelmina recounted.
Upon hearing this twisted narrative, Mia couldn’t help but burst into laughter.
As Mia looked down at Wilhelmina, who was sprawled on the floor, she couldn’t help but comment. “Your acting skills are truly remarkable. It’s a shame you didn’t venture into the entertainment industry.”
Wilhelmina shot her a resentful look. “Mia, you’re just trying to deflect. Care to explain how you managed to secure that design order?”
At that moment, all eyes were on Mia.
Unfazed, Mia approached Fiona, speaking in a hushed tone. “I’m aware of the complications associated with the land for your family’s invested golf course.
“If this information becomes public, it could potentially result in significant repercussions for your family’s company.”
“How do you know about this?” Fiona questioned, her expression instantly turning wary.
After all, very few people were privy to this information, known only within their exclusive circle.
How did Mia, a seemingly inconspicuous designer, come to know about such details? What was her background?
Mia responded nonchalantly. “That’s not important. I simply want to convey that this is the reason I could successfully secure the design contract and leave your father’s villa.”
Fiona hesitated for a moment, finding it challenging to believe Mia’s words.
Nonetheless, there were indeed certain complications associated with that specific piece of land. It appeared that Mia did possess some insider knowledge after all.
Upon collecting her thoughts, Fiona swiftly turned around and delivered a resounding slap to Wilhelmina.
“No wonder you managed to manipulate my dad so effortlessly. Your scheming runs deeper than I thought. Let’s see how I deal with you today!” she warned.
Recognizing her inability to address one issue, Fiona decided to confront the situation at hand.
Armed with photographic evidence, there was no way Wilhelmina could evade the consequences of her actions.
Wilhelmina wore a bewildered expression, pondering how Mia managed to extricate herself effortlessly.
What exactly did Mia say just now?
Feeling a sense of despair, Wilhelmina turned toward Grace and implored, “Save me, please, call the police!”
Grace swiftly took cover nearby, exclaiming. “So, you’re the one spreading rumors that led to o our studio being slandered, ruining my blind date¨Cand I haven’t settled the score with you yet!”
Iris Loftman, another female colleague, indignantly chimed in, “Wilhelmina, it’s no surprise you always flaunt your wealth. Turns out, all that money comes from being someone’s sugar baby!
“You’re shameless for spreading lies and defaming Mia. Honestly, you have no dignity!”
Amidst the tension, no one was willing to come to Wilhelmina’s defense, as many felt she had brought this upon herself.
Witnessing the lack of initiative from others, Felix, compelled as the boss to prevent trouble in his studio, reluctantly interjected, “Enough with the fighting.
“If she’s in life¨Cthreatening danger, you’ll all be in trouble. After all, we live in a society governed by the rule of law.”
Iris finally stopped, still somewhat exasperated, saying, “Alright, I’ll take her outside and handle this.”
Upon hearing this, Felix let out a sigh of relief.
Meanwhile, Wilhelmina, her face now stained with blood, desperately looked to Felix and pleaded, “Please, help me!”
Feeling conflicted, Felix chose to remain silent.
The instant he glimpsed those incriminating photos, he discerned Wilhelmina’s true nature¨Cmaliciously defaming Mia while upholding an innocent facade.
It became evident that she harbored a deceitful and unscrupulous side.
With a tinge of disappointment, Wilhelmina redirected her gaze and started crawling toward Mia, eventually kneeling before her.
“I wasn’t acting alone in this. I simply followed Shelly’s instructions. This has nothing to do with me!” she pleaded.
Stepping back, Mia remarked, “However, these photos aren’t fabricated. I offered you a chance to confess this morning, and you chose not to.
“Who’s to blame now? It’s a classic case of reaping what you sow.”
Wilhelmina gazed at the scattered photos on the ground, her mind echoing Mia’s earlier words from the day when she overheard her talking on the phone.
Regret coursed through Wilhelmina, desiring to turn back time. Yet, she acknowledged it was merely wishful thinking.
Several dark¨Csuited bodyguards promptly escorted Wilhelmina away, leaving the studio’s lobby in disarray.
An awkward atmosphere settled in the aftermath of their departure.
In the morning. Wilhelmina went to great lengths to tarnish Mia’s reputation. However, as the afternoon unfolded, the truth emerged, revealing that Wilhelmina was the one involved with Keegan.
Felix cleared his throat before turning to Tammy, the receptionist. “Have someone tidy up the lobby. There’s not much left to attend to now. Everyone is free to call it a day,” he instructed.
Before long, the studio was left with only Felix and Mia.
Raising her gaze, Mia commented, “With the truth finally revealed, it has brought trouble to the studio.”
“I’ve always believed in your innocence, Mia. It’s just surprising to discover the kind of person Wilhelmina truly
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“The studio will soon release a statement terminating her. It’s getting late. Let’s grab some dinner together after sorting out this mess,” Felix replied.
“Alright.”
Aware that she had inconvenienced Felix, Mia couldn’t bring herself to decline his invitation.
Shortly after, Felix headed to his office to address the issue.
Sitting at her desk, Mia opened her computer and found the photos and videos she had shared using an alternate account.
As she read the comment section, she observed a flurry of reactions.
Reflecting on Wilhelmina’s recent downfall, Mia decided to remove the incriminating videos and photos she had posted.
Yet, judging by the intensity of the online buzz, she suspected that the content had already circulated extensively.
At that moment, Mia stumbled upon a post from a prominent media personality: “Mia Bowen became the target of a jealous studio colleague who deliberately tarnished her reputation with false accusations and slander.
“The truth has now surfaced following the exposure of the perpetrator’s incriminating videos and photos.”
Intrigued, Mia clicked on the post, finding a clear and detailed explanation of the origins and intricacies behind the false accusations.