“Kat, you should check on that college student you sponsored. She’s giving interviews to reporters, portraying herself as the victim and you as the villain. I’m heading back to the country now and have set up staff to manage it for now.”

Aimee had been managing some international clients and had been absent from the country. She only found out about Katelyn’s situation this morning. It felt like the story of the farmer and the snake.

After all those years of support, was all Katelyn getting in return slander? This was really unfair.

Katelyn’s face held a cold, distant look.

“I get it, Aimee. You don’t need to send anyone to handle it for now, though. I have a different plan.”

“Okay, just call me if you need anything.”

“Sure thing.”

“Do you mean to say Katelyn is to blame for all this? Yet, I’ve heard she has been financially supporting your family for years. It wasn’t just you, but your entire family benefitted. Why would she do that if she harbored any ill intentions?”

The reporter’s investigation was sharp.

“Additionally, those of us who’ve interacted with Katelyn before can attest to her character; she isn’t known to act out of jealousy. It’s hard to believe she’d drive you to such extremes simply because you grew close to Vincent. Honestly, without her help, you likely wouldn’t have had the opportunity to join the Adams Group.”

The reporter’s words pinpointed inconsistencies in Zoey’s account.

Zoey’s expression hardened.

Why wasn’t the reporter aligning with her narrative? Shouldn’t media, especially those thriving on scandals and gossip, be eager to escalate the drama?

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Katelyn was equally puzzled by this. She had endured numerous hostile interviews before, where each question seemed poised to attack. Yet, this was the first time she encountered a reporter advocating for her.

Instinctively, Katelyn’s gaze shifted to Vincent.

Vincent appeared to grasp what Katelyn was thinking and explained calmly, “The reporter works for a subsidiary of the Adams Group, which focuses on the entertainment business. Expecting Zoey might try to manipulate media sympathy, I arranged for his involvement.”

Vincent’s demeanor was cool yet assertive, displaying his command of the situation. His foresight was evident once again. He had anticipated Zoey’s potential moves and had strategically placed his pieces in advance.

Katelyn, momentarily taken aback, soon found herself admiring Vincent’s thorough and logical approach. She couldn’t resist complimenting him.

“You’re remarkable, Mr. Adams, always staying ahead.”

Vincent turned to face her, reclining in his office chair with a pen in hand.

“As long as I’m here, I’ll ensure you’re protected from any harm, including the trials of public opinion.”

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