Chapter 118

The reporters on site were thrown off by the sudden chaos, but it didn't take long for the PR team from Apexera to step in and smooth things over. Everyone got a hefty envelope with money inside, plus fully covered food and accommodations—it was so generous it left people speechless. As a result, those who were ready to complain instantly changed their tune. They clutched their envelopes, racking their brains to figure out the best way to praise the company. Some were even secretly planning articles filled with compliments already. Just moments ago, Vera had been basking in the spotlight, but now it was like she'd been completely forgotten. The fake narrative she'd put so much effort into building—that she was close with Julian—completely fell apart. Her face stayed composed, but her hands, hidden by the folds of her skirt, could barely hide her fury. Fingers clenched tight, veins bulging, her bright red nails dug so deep into her palms that they drew blood, but she didn't seem to noti