Chapter 1328 Unjust Death
The Substitute Wife: My Poor Husband Is A Billionaire
The dawn had shaken off the grip of night, but the shadows under Janetâs eyes still clung on, remnants
of a restless slumber. Her mind, a haunted house, had been infested with nightmares. Faceless figures
prowled through her dreams, hungry for her peace, or Vivi-her face a crimson mask-cried out
accusations of injustice from beyond the grave.
This spectral onslaught had left Janet with a melancholy that clung to her like a second skin.
Yet, she rallied. Gathering her things, she steeled herself for the dayâs work.
Her husband, Brandon, took in her pallid complexion with a furrowed brow. Genuine concern lacing his
words, he suggested, âMaybe you should consider taking the day off? I fear Viviâs kin might stir up a
storm at the studio and you could get caught in the crossfire.â But Janet was unyielding. Her voice, a
whisper laced with iron, responded, âThe studioâs still in its infancy, and weâre already navigating such a
cnisis. Itâs crucial that Iâm there, guiding it through. I canât abandon my crew or show a hint of fear.â
Brandon found himself in the face of an immovable object. He conceded, a solemn nod to his white
flag. âAt least promise to be cautious. If anything goes south, I want to hear from you immediately.â
Janet reached up, pressing a reassuring kiss to Brandonâs cheek. âDonât worry,â she soothed. âWeâll
weather this storm.â
Just as she was about to step into her shoes, her phone rang. Lexiâs voice breezed through the phone
line, her tone as unruffled as ever. âBoss, when can I expect you? The studioâs electricity bill is
overdue, and we need to settle it.â
Janet stilled before replying calmly, âIâm on my way. Just hold on.â Without a word, Brandon bent to
help Janet with her shoes. Once the call ended, he asked, curiosity tugging at his brows, âIs something
amiss at the studio?â
Janetâs fingers danced across her phone screen as she shared, âLexi footed the electricity bill-a grand,
a few days ago. Thereâs no way weâre in arrears.â
His frown deepened, a portent of stormy weather. âSomethingâs off.â
Her brow creased in worry, Janet nodded. âTrouble might have already found its way to the studio, and
Lexi could be in its crosshairs. Her call could have been a veiled plea for help. I need to get there as
soon as possible.â
Brandon held out his hand, an unspoken offer of solidarity. âLetâs face this together. Weâll take the
security detail with us. Whatever comes our way, weâll navigate through.â
Her lips pressed into a thin line, Janet nodded.
As they journeyed to the studio, Janet restlessly shifted in her seat. âPlease speed up. I fear for Lexi.â
Brandonâs hand tightened around hers, his words a soothing balm. âLexi will be okay.â
Tears brimmed in Janetâs eyes, her voice quivering as she confessed, âIf anything happens to Lexi, Iâll
never forgive myself.â
âDonât worry.â Brandon leaned in, his voice a comforting blanket. âThe security team is already en route.
Theyâll keep Lexi safe.â
The reassurance offered by Brandon breathed a momentâs respite into Janetâs fraught nerves.
Yet, the calm was fleeting, her heartbeat quickening again as she contemplated the impending
confrontation.
Could this chaos be the handiwork of the puppet master she was yet to unmask? Was this turmoil
another thread in their intricate web of conspiracy?
And most importantly, how was she to counter it?
A single misstep could have catastrophic consequences, potentially escalating the crisis and tarnishing
the Larson familyâs and the White familyâs standing.
These dire thoughts fanned the flames of her anxiety.
A heavy burden settled in her chest, a stone sinking into the depths of a still lake, pulling her down with
its weight.
The only solace Brandon could offer was the reassuring squeeze of his hand, a silent promise of
unwavering support. Yet, he couldnât shake off the feeling of helplessness that hung around Janet like a
specter.
In the silence, the car came to a halt before the studio entrance. The sight that greeted Janet was a
chilling confirmation of her worst fears.
The studio was engulfed by a sea of people, waves of chatter crashing against its walls. The
cacophony was a storm of voices, the subjects of their heated debates lost to the chaos.
The moment the media sharks spotted Brandonâs car, they swarmed towards it, circling like vultures.
Their cameras were a barrage of flashes, their questions were bullets fired relentlessly through the car
doors.
âMiss White, whatâs your perspective on Viviâs tragic demise?â âMiss White, whispers of your
involvement in Viviâs death are swirling. Any truth to these claims?â
âMiss Whiteâ¦â
The questions rained down, each a thirsty plea for Janetâs response.