Chapter 2004

The netizens had just finished gossiping about Ellen buying her championship, and

before they could even recover themselves, they were already faced with apologies

from the people who started the rumors. The development was so fast that they could

barely react in time.

In Alden’s video, two policemen were standing behind him. After Alden revealed the

entire process, the police also announced how the slander started and how it ended.

In an instant, the fans realized that Ellen was the true victim. She deserved every bit

of her championship, and she most certainly did not buy her way through it.

Not only that, several chess professionals voiced their thoughts as they analyzed the

game Ellen played in the finals. They were amazed at Ellen’s skill in chess, and it was

proof that she was a bona fide champion..

With the professionals backing her up, Ellen’s skills were once again acknowledged.

After the ruckus online, she was now receiving a huge wave of fans and support.

Ellen sat on the couch, donning a casual dress. She was too tired last night, so she

only woke up at 10.00AM this morning. As soon as she got up, she stumbled across

articles about herself. When she saw that her reputation had been restored, she put

down her iPad and turned around, running toward the study.

When she opened the door, the man who was sitting in the chair was startled by the

sudden noise. Without another word, Ellen walked toward him and spread out her

slender arms, then wrapped them tightly around his neck. She nuzzled into his

shoulder as she thanked him.

“Thank you!” Jared enjoyed her most sincere thanks as he reached up and caressed

the back of her head. “I’m just doing my job, aren’t I?”

With that, he kissed her forehead. “I’ve said before that I won’t let anyone hurt you.”

Ellen raised her beautiful eyes to look at him. His words were filled with security and

love.

With him around, she did not need to fear anything. Just then, Ellen heard the phone

ringing. She gave him a peck on the cheek, then said, “I’m going to answer the

phone.”

“Alright, go ahead.” Ellen sat on the couch and answered the call from the team.

“Hello, Nicholas.”

“Ellen, someone claiming to be your uncle came to us and said he’s looking for you.”

Ellen was stunned. Why was her uncle looking for her? Did he want to beg for mercy

on Selena’s behalf?

Just then, the phone was snatched from Nicholas, and Connor’s voice rang out.

anxiously. “Ellie, it’s me, your Uncle Connor, Can we meet up? Lena was foolish and

made a mistake. Can we talk about it?”

“Uncle Connor, there’s nothing to talk about. Selena did something wrong, so she

should bear the responsibility. You shouldn’t worry about her.”

“I mean, she was just released from jail, so she can’t go back again! Her life shouldn’t

be ruined like this! I’m your uncle, and she’s your cousin!”

“I only know that she should pay the price for her own actions. That way, she’ll learn to

become a decent person and respect others.” Ellen wouldn’t give in this time,

regardless of the person asking her.

Ellen hung up the phone and sighed gently. In the end, her uncle still pressured her.

Just then, a man’s voice rang out gently behind her, comforting Ellen as he said, “You

did the right thing. There’s no need for compassion toward people like Selena.”

Startled, Ellen looked at the man who had walked toward her. She nodded. “I know.”

Just then, another phone call came in. When Ellen saw that it was from the producer

at the TV station, she hesitated for a moment before picking up.

“Hello, Miss Lane.”

“Miss Ellen, are you free tomorrow night? We can proceed with the interview, so I’d

like to get your confirmation.” “Huh? Wasn’t it canceled?” Ellen was surprised.

“It wasn’t canceled, just delayed. Now is the best time to interview you,” Miss Lane

said a little excitedly. Ellen’s popularity was booming right now, after all.

However, Ellen replied determinedly, “I’m sorry, Miss Lane, but I think we should

cancel the interview. I’m feeling a little tired, and I don’t feel like going.”

“Miss Reiss, this is a rare chance for you to become famous! Are you really going to

pass it up?” Miss Lane asked in surprise. After all, once someone became famous,

they would become even more well-known after getting interviewed on TV.