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Chapter 390
At 11.30PM, just as everyone on the Internet was engrossed in the incident that occurred during the
designer's competition, a legal letter suddenly materialized and it was unexpectedly meant for
Georgina.
Initially, the topic did not trend as someone intentionally kept a lid on the news. Somehow, as it got
closer to 12.00AM, someone commented below the discussion, revealing that the university student of
interest mentioned in that legal letter was the provincial champion last year.
As soon as this comment was posted, a lot more students showed interest in this matter. Most of them
came forward and commented that Georgina was such a lunatic to have gone after a student using
such despicable methods.
Furthermore, many of them tagged the official accounts of the press to draw their attention to this
matter.
Although it was midnight, the topic was still at the top of the chart as one of the trending topics.
Furthermore, it was removed from the trending topic several times. Consequently, the crowd who
usually had nothing much to do but speculate on rumors also persisted in refreshing the topic regularly.
"What the heck! This is exactly what capitalism truly is; look at how it rears its ugly head! They've been
continuously removing the topic from the trending chart and comparing it to the incident during the
designer's competition. This is clearly the Crossleys' actions out of their guilty conscience."
"The person above is right on point. Though the matter has now been blown out of proportion, the
Pearson Group hasn't been removing any topic related to them from the trending charts. Instead, they
are open and transparent in their actions. Have we been going after the wrong side?"
"Honestly, I realized that earlier on. Didn't you all notice that the ones who kicked up a huge fuss were
actually random, unknown designers? The slightly renowned ones who participated in the design
competition didn't utter a single word at all. How dare those who didn't even qualify to participate in the
competition have the nerve to spew nonsense!"
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"I think so too. The people earlier were so harsh with their words that I didn't even dare to say anything.
If there's really something wrong with the competition, then those designers aren't dumb either. Why
would they have kept mum and tolerated the injustice? Some people just hold grudges against the rich
and that's why they continue to harp on about the issue."
"Well, honestly speaking, I really enjoy every single product designed by McK. The 'First Love' series
she designed back then was so popular that I bought every single piece in that series. I'm in love with
all of them."
"I'm an ex-staff of Lux Jewelry and I'm here to reveal some insider scoop. In the past, President
Pearson had, in fact, intended to help McK by arranging for the best resources in the fashion world for
her, but McK didn't even hesitate in rejecting him. So, this rumor about how President Pearson
organized this competition to boost McK's popularity is just plain nonsense!"
"Hmm. Hahaha. I reckon that President Pearson isn't someone like that either. If he really wanted to
provide McK with anything, he would have just done it directly. There's no need for him to resort to all
these unnecessary measures. Do you guys really think that he's got nothing else better to do?"
Despite these pertinent statements, there were plenty of objecting statements too, but the situation and
the comments had clearly improved compared to previously.
On the other hand, Georgina's social media account was swamped by comments.
"Crossley Group had just gone through such a major incident earlier on. Do they really think that the
people on the Internet have no recollection at all? They should really just keep a low profile and stop all
this nonsense. How dare they actually go after a university student! How heartless can they get, huh?"
"Hahaha. Actually, I'm not surprised to hear that Georgina did something like this because the incident
previously was such a major issue that it caused casualties, yet it was merely resolved by shifting the
blame to a few management-level staff. Crossley Group is totally rotten to the core, so how could one
possibly expect them to do anything with conscience?"
"Oh my gosh! I just saw this viral topic. The provincial champion was from our school. He's not only the
ultimate top student, but he's also extremely good-looking!"
"On a side note, does anyone have a photo of him?"
Soon, someone posted a photo of Louis' side profile while he was in class.
"Sh*t! Georgina Crossley should rot in hell! How dare she use such despicable methods against my
future husband! Ahhh! This is so frustrating!"
"His looks are out of this world! My gosh! I really want him as my husband!"
"Those two above, are you guys alright??"
"Oh my God! I'm so pained by this. That poor boy there is so pitiful, despite being so good-looking and
talented. He's so unlucky to have encountered Georgina!"
"Little boy, you're so good-looking. Why don't you enter the entertainment industry if you ever find
yourself out of a job? I'd be your number one fan and do anything at all for you!"
Due to the surge in this post, this topic once again hit the charts and the system suffered a backlog,
rendering the topic unremovable.
In just one night, Crossley Group's share prices plunged dramatically and dropped to the lowest point
ever.
Meanwhile at Pearson Group, Gordon was indignantly requesting for Aidan to provide an explanation in
front of the other shareholders when Jonathan rushed into the room. "President Pearson, Old Mr.
Pearson, fellow shareholders, the situation on the Internet is finally under control."
As soon as everyone heard that, not only was Gordon shocked, even Aidan—who had an indifferent
expression on his face—turned to look at Jonathan.
Gordon maintained his composure. "How?"
Before coming over, he had made the necessary arrangements that the situation would only escalate
further under his plan, so there was no way that things could get under control.
Jonathan responded, "Uh… It wasn't something that we did, but something that happened, which drew
everyone's attention."
Gordon frowned upon hearing that. "What is it?"
Jonathan did not elaborate further on the exact situation and merely said, "Something happened to the
Crossleys."
At that moment, Aidan's indifferent voice rang out. "Do you all think that it is necessary to continue
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmholding this shareholders' meeting?"
Inside the large conference room, everyone exchanged awkward looks with each other, but none of
them dared to utter anything unnecessarily. The entire place was so quiet that one could practically
hear a pin drop.
Suddenly, Gordon held himself up with the cane. "The issue that the Crossleys are facing has nothing
to do with us. You need to explain your misdeed."
At that point, Aidan snorted. "My misdeed?"
Then, he scanned the room casually. "What did I do wrong? This is quite ridiculous and there's nothing
concrete at all. It's all just speculation. Do you guys seriously believe the nonsense on the Internet and
come here late at night to interrogate me?"
The crowd lowered their heads further and none of them dared to catch his eyes.
Yet, Gordon added, "The comments on the Internet aren't unfounded, though. Otherwise, why did you
select the runner-up instead of the champion for that competition? Isn't it quite obvious that you've
secretly pulled some strings?"
"Why else could that have happened? Well, obviously it was because she deserved the champion
position." Aidan replied nonchalantly, "If I had intended to pull some strings, then I could have just
easily handed over Pearson Group to her. I wouldn't merely give her the exclusive rights to the
International Fashion Week."
As soon as Aidan said that, the originally quiet conference room descended into a chilling silence. The
hearts of those present thudded hard against their chests.
Naturally, Gordon lost his temper as expected and he stood up straight before banging the conference
table with his fist. "Do you even know what you're talking about? You! You're too…"
In contrast to his furious look, Aidan appeared to have regained his composure. "It was just a figure of
speech and I didn't give her anything. After all, she refused to accept half of the shares I owned when I
tried to transfer it to her back then."
As soon as Gordon heard that, he was so enraged to the point where he could not help taking two
steps back. At that point, he looked as if he was about to collapse any second now.
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