Chapter 38 The Bravery To Burn Her Boats After Curtis issued a statement, there was another wave of criticism against Aurelia on the internet.
The hottest topic was that Aurelia could consider staying in a psychiatric hospital for a while.
Some professionals were even brought in. They accused Aurelia of being delusional, claiming that she was so in love with her boyfriend that the mere presence of another woman by his side had her perceive the woman as an imaginary enemy. Indeed, it would be necessary to consult a psychologist in such a situation.
These people came forward almost immediately on the heels of Curtis issuing a statement.
The local trending searches had already blown up.
Matthew flipped through his phone in the car. Although the driver was driving, he could still feel a palpable tension in the air, so much so that he hardly dared to breathe.
Gordon, who had just gotten into the car halfway through the journey, immediately noticed Matthewâs gloom.
With a swift glance, his eyes landed on the screen of Matthewâs phone.
He promptly said tactfully, âMr. Quigley, I just saw quite a number of soâcalled experts popping up on the internet and spreading false knowledge. My sense of righteousness reared its head, and I couldnât bear to see the public deceived, so I found some people to expose these experts. Within an hour, their affiliated. companies will issue statements, and they will no longer have the opportunity to spout nonsense in the future.
What does those fools know? They merely accepted money from the Leedon family to spout nonsense!
Matthew locked his phone screen, then rolled down the car window and lit a cigarette.
Perhaps Iâve invested too much thought into this matter concerning Aurelia. It might inadvertently give her unnecessary ideas and speculations. Well...
After pondering for a few minutes, he immediately turned to Gordon with a serious face and said. âThereâs no need for drastic measures. Just quell the rumors online,â
Upon hearing that, Gordon was taken aback. Heâs reluctant to help Aurelia now?
After leaving Starry Sea Mansion, Aurelia told David that she would probably be a little late.
Then, she drove to the police station where she lodged a police report last time.
On the way there, numerous WhatsApp messages and phone calls came in. She saw the screenshot Nancy sent her. It was Curtisâ statement on social media.
The statement read that she had always been prone to jealousy, believing every woman who appeared by his side to be his mistress. It went on to say that Melanie was an innocent victim caught up in the situation through no fault of her own. He apologized on her behalf to Melanie and all those whom she ever hurt.
âCurtis is such a jerk! He has lost all his conscience. Auri, I just posted on Twitter. Iâll speak for you.â
Nancy was about to burstâa blood vessel, revolted by Curtisâ actions first thing in the morning.
Chapter 38 The Bravery To Burn Her Boats When Aurelia saw Curtisâ statement, a pang of pain still hit her, although she had long since been mentally prepared.
She took a deep breath, her beautiful eyes dark. She first thanked Nancy for her help, then said she was en route to the police station before hanging up the phone.
When she was about to resume driving, she received a call from Luna.
The womanâs voice was no longer as condescending as it was earlier.
âNow that things have come to this, I know you must have suffered some grievances. If anyone is to be blamed, itâs the boyfriend you found. Heâs the one who caused all this trouble. Mel is innocent. You canât hold her responsible, so you should apologize.
Once youâve apologized on Instagram, weâll figure out a way to brush this under the rug. Then, weâll send you abroad to study.
When you return, youâll have the experience of studying overseas. At that time, your father will arrange a position for you in the company and a good marriage. It wonât be a loss for you, just a temporary setback.â
Upon hearing that, Aurelia felt a strong urge to laugh and laughed aloud.
âWhat are you laughing about?â
Aurelia stopped laughing. âIâm laughing about the absurdity of the lot of you, always daydreaming.â
âWhat ill manners, Aurelia! Who on earth taught you to speak to your mother like this?â Luna questioned angrily.
Is she really not afraid that the Leedon family would issue a statement to sever all ties with her that sheâs repeatedly talking back to us and constantly angering me with outrageous remarks?
Aurelia tapped the steering wheel lightly a couple of times. âItâs Melanie whoâs gone too far, and you who canât distinguish right from wrong, Mdm. Campbell. The Leedon family doesnât even have a shred of manners. Donât you find it shameful to use that word to scold me? Tell Melanie that if she goes overboard. sheâll end up shooting herself in the foot. I shall see how sheâs going to smooth things over then.â
Having been given a new lease of life, she had nothing to fear.
With her family and friends at her back, she had the bravery to burn her boats.
Suppressing the faint pain in her heart, she finally stated, âMdm. Campbell, I was blind in the past to have tried to please you all.
You are not worthy to be my mother.â
Luna stared at the phone that had been disconnected, her mind buzzing.
For reasons she couldnât quite grasp, she found herself constantly dwelling on Aureliaâs words.
She said Iâm not worthy to be her mother? Iâm the wife of Gideon Leedon, and Iâm reputable in Jacaster. My three sons were all leaders in their respective fields, and my daughter, Melanie, is beautiful and talented Sheâs the only one, switched at birth, whom I look down upon and reprimanded. That deems me unworthy?
Had it been in the past, she would never have taken Aureliaâs words to heart. But presently, she felt uncomfortable all over.
Seeing Luna frown, Melanie felt a sense of unease inwardly. âMom, is Aurelia still unwilling to apologize and settle this matter?
Curtis has already stepped out to explain things, yet she still blames me. If all else fails, Iâll take the full blame, then go abroad to lay low, allowing her to return home.â
Chapter 38 The Bravery To Burn Her Boats âDonât bother about her. Sheâs stubborn and set in her ways. Let your brothers handle this as quickly as possible. Donât be too hard on Aurelia,â Luna said, her brows furrowed.
Melanie was secretly taken aback, What on earth did Aurelia say just now? Why does it feel like Mom has started brushing me off? I voluntarily offered to apologize and go abroad, but she didnât cut me off or scold Aurelia. Instead, she told me not to be too hard on Aurelia. Take it easy? No way!
While Luna was unaware, Melanie texted her three brothers.
She typed: Just now, Aurelia called. She still refuses to admit her mistake. Nor did she show any respect for Mom. I feel like Iâm the one who caused all this trouble, so I should be the one to end it. Maybe I should take it on myself and admit that Aurelia is speaking the truth.
Benjamin: No, Mel. She has done something wrong, so she should be punished.
Aaron: Donât worry. Leave this matter to us.
Spencer: Having Aurelia as a sister is simply troublesome!
Upon seeing their replies, Melanie smiled contentedly. After some thought, she also posted on Instagram.
She uploaded a picture of someone with tears in her eyes, accompanied by a caption that read: The innocent need not claim innocence.
Within minutes, droves of people voiced their support for her and expressed their belief in her.
I shall see what else Aurelia can do!
Ten minutes later, Melanie already applied a face mask, in high spirits.
She planned to go out shopping later with her friends.
Her role was merely to play victim, and her three brothers would settle the matter. Besides, Aurelia couldnât stir up any trouble at the moment. Even if the videos were released and discovered, the ghostwriters would cover up the truth behind them. She had nothing to worry about.
Just then, Aaron sent a voice message to their group chat.
His tone was urgent.
âSpencer, what is the companyâs PR team doing? Why are there so many comments targeting Mel on the internet now? No, this video here...â
âMel, you and Curtis went to the hotel together?â
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