Chapter 66 More Mudslinging
The public opinion in Verde City continued to swirl around.
The focus had shifted from Isabella back to Natalie. Photos of Natalie standing outside Isabella’s hospital room had flooded the internet, causing public outrage.
The photo showed that Natalie had simply stood outside the door without entering, which infuriated
many.
Early in the morning, Karina picked up Natalie and took her to the company. At the press conference,
security personnel and bodyguards maintained order.
Even if the reporters wanted to ask questions, they had to wait for Natalie to have some free time.
For a full two hours, Natalie presented her career plan. The reporters, who had initially been interview her, ended up listening attentively and intently.
eager to
The rumors had painted her as the young mistress of a wealthy family who lived a deeply sheltered life. They also said she was a boring housewife, resentful and vindictive due to her husband’s neglect!
That was why she hated Cedric’s mistress so much!
And that had made sense!
But the methods Natalie had used were too ruthless and had sparked public outrage!
But now…
All the reporters saw was a petite, poised woman speaking confidently, without a trace of resentment on her dainty face. Her explanations and attitude were all focused on positivity.
Previously, this side of her was unheard of!
Now that they had witnessed it, they could glean from her tone what kind of person she was, even if she was discussing unrelated topics.
in the next five years, I hope to build twenty primary schools and ten welfare centers through my own efforts..”
As she wrapped up her speech, Natalie exuded an optimistic air as she stood and said. “In the future. I hope to create a better world.
Despite the relatively small audience, the applause that followed was like thunder.
In her speech, she didn’t make any reference to the Johnson family, whether positive or negative. Her
entire focus was on herself and her aspirations.
Karina stepped forward. She respectfully took Natalie’s hand and whispered, “Well done.”
Natalie stepped down from the stage, her head held high. Reporters quickly surrounded her.
“Ms. Walker, could you spare a few minutes for a brief interview?” A journalist asked, showing respect for
Natalie’s poised demeanor.
“Of course,” Natalie replied gently to the journalist.
She had a calm and confident demeanor, and there was no sense of guilt. The way she held herself made it clear that she was not someone who had committed any wrongdoings.
Even the reporters who had initially come with the intention of being difficult were now more neutral, thanks to her two–hour speech.
Especially at this moment, Natalie appeared neither humble nor overbearing! Her poised attitude made her appear immune to the malicious rumors that had been circulating about her.
One reporter asked, “Verde City has had some negative opinions about you during this time. What are your thoughts on this?”
Natalie responded with a soft voice and a smile, “Only fools believe rumors.”
This concise statement left the questioning reporter momentarily stunned. With just one sentence, Natalie had conveyed that she paid no attention to the rumors.
Another journalist asked, “You previously announced your divorce from your husband. Does it have anything to do with the public opinion?”
“Of course,” Natalie answered, “When the lines between personal and professional matters become blurred, it naturally affects one’s life.”
A more probing question came, “What would you like to say about Ms. Morgan, who has been seen with Mr. Johnson lately?”
This was a sharper question.
What could one say about a homewrecker?
Natalie pondered for a moment, her expression calm and indifferent as she replied, “I have nothing to say
her we aren’t acquainted
The journalist went on, “When you visited her in the hospital, was it to apologize?”
This was a question that many were eager to know the answer to. While Natalie had maintained her composure throughout most of the questions, her expression shifted slightly when this question came up.
When her previous calm demeanor faltered, everyone present noticed.
They thought it was because she felt guilty!
In the next moment, her expression turned sad. Even the confidence she had just shown was gone.
She choked up as she said, “The only time I met her was during a breakfast with a friend. Then, on the
afternoon of the same day, she was kidnapped.”
The reporters fell silent, sensing her vulnerability.
“My husband always said I needed to apologize to her,” Natalie continued, her voice quavering, “but I
don’t even know what I did wrong. After all, I never said a word to Ms. Morgan that morning!”
Natalie’s words caused an instant uproar among the reporters!
Even the reporters who were initially calmly conducting the interview found themselves in turmoil.
One journalist asked, “Ms. Walker, are you implying that your husband fully believes in Ms. Morgan and doesn’t trust you?”
Natalie responded uncertainly, “He has always believed in me. But given how unfortunate Ms. Morgan’s situation is, he probably thinks that my apology might improve her mood and contribute to her quicker recovery.”
The on–site interview was being broadcast live…!
And now, countless pairs of eyes were glued to the screens. This included those from the Johnson Manor and Cedric, who was in the hospital!
Initially, Cedric seemed to have held his wife in high regard during her morning speech…
But what on earth was she saying now?
There’s no doubt about it…
Natalie was directly telling the world that she had been blamed by everyone because Isabella was more pitiful than her in this situation!
the reporters camera flashes were relentless
Amid the uproar, many people exchanged glances. Some even spoke up. “How could Mr. Johnson treat
his wife this way?”
“Yeah, how can he make his own wife apologize to that kind of woman just to please her?”
The reporters on the scene were not the only ones who started having these kinds of conversations!
As Natalie observed the audience’s reactions, a sly thought crossed her mind.
Natalie maintained a sorrowful while softly crying, “Although I don’t like the negative publicity caused by I That way, everyone her, I haven’t harmed her. If it was possible, I wish I were the one who was
would be on my side, right? I would be the one my husband cared for every day, wouldn’t I?”
The entire Verde City exploded in an instant!
How could Cedric treat his wife in such a way?
It must be that woman’s fault! She was feigning helplessness and forcing Cedric to treat his gentle wife
this way!
The whole city was in an uproar. Natalie’s words had set off a storm!
Bang!
In the hospital, Isabella slammed the kettle to the ground, splashing hot water everywhere.
When Christina entered the room, she almost slipped. With an unpleasant look on her face, she glanced up to see the television.
It was obvious that Isabella had found out what happened!
Christina had seen it on her phone. She muttered angrily, “This woman is despicable!”
Natalie had completely abandoned the teachings Rebecca had imparted to her all these years.
Look at how radiant Natalie shone today!
She didn’t look miserable at all. On the contrary, she was actively engaged in her career. All those charitable endeavors she had just mentioned had also won over everyone’s hearts!
Isabella was now the most infuriated one!
Originally, when the photo of Natalie coming to the hospital was spread, the intention was to shift public
It was to spread the rumor that Natalie had apologized, which would confirm her involvement and cruelty
in this matter.
They had intended to turn her into a pariah in Verde City!
