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“Aunt Rachel, are you saying that…”
In an instant, Janessa understood. Rachel gave a warm smile. “It’s exactly as you think. Given that the stock prices have plummeted this low, why don’t you seize this opportunity to acquire more shares? Even though most of these stocks were sold off by individual investors, when combined, they could form a significant force.”
At last, Janessa understood. Her face instantly lit up with joy.
“But, Aunt Rachel, the online chatter about me hasn’t died down yet. Even if I buy back the stocks, wouldn’t it be pointless if the company’s situation doesn’t improve?”
After all, her negative press was the main cause of this crisis. Focusing solely on buying back shares was a band-aid solution, failing to address the root problem. The thought of the online comments still filled Janessa with worry.
However, Rachel laughed nonchalantly, “The internet is the easiest place to sling mud, but it’s also the easiest place to wash it off. Don’t worry. I’ll find a way to clear your name. I’ll ensure you reappear before everyone in a new light, as a positive and uplifting figure.”
When Rachel spoke, her smile was incredibly warm and approachable. In reality, having lived for many years, Rachel understood a principle: the world desires positivity. Even if a public figure commits heinous acts, what can be done if they maintain a good reputation?
Janessa understood, nodded, and immediately returned to the company to purchase stocks. However, things wouldn’t go smoothly.
Madelyn had predicted Janessa's large purchase. Therefore, she instructed Cyrus to buy more than half the stocks. By the time Janessa acted, the results were far less than anticipated. Janessa had hoped to acquire at least ten percent more shares, but ended up with a mere three percent.
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“Damn it!”
Upon realizing she held only a fraction of the expected stocks, Janessa exploded with rage in her office.
“Look into this! Find out who secretly bought our company’s stocks! Investigate immediately!”
“Understood.” Her terrified assistant immediately began the investigation. Half an hour later, the search yielded no results. Madelyn had acted flawlessly, leaving no trace. Despite the assistant’s best efforts, they found nothing.
In the end, the assistant timidly reported, “Ms. Sherritt, I’ve checked. The individual who purchased our company’s shares did it anonymously. There’s simply no way to trace them.”
“Useless!”
Janessa was instantly livid. “You’re good for nothing. What use are you to me? Why don’t you just get lost?”
“Y–Yes, I’m leaving. I’m leaving right now.” The assistant hastily retreated in a panic. Once outside, he muttered curses toward the office door. Janessa, if it weren’t for Mr. Sherritt, do you think I would have agreed to be your assistant? The company really hit a streak of bad luck having someone like you in charge!
In the office, Janessa suddenly sneezed. After dabbing her nose, she fell into deep thought. For reasons unknown, she felt targeted. Otherwise, why would the media expose her negative news? Otherwise, why would anyone secretly buy the company’s stocks?
After much thought, Janessa concluded only two people could have done this: Cheryl and Caleb.
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How did they get so much money to buy stocks? The more Janessa thought about it, the more confused she became.
However, in that fleeting moment, a thought struck her: Madelyn! It’s her! She must be secretly assisting Cheryl. She has to be!
“Damn it!” Every time Janessa thought of Madelyn, she cursed under her breath. That despicable woman! Why is she always stirring things up wherever I go? It was like this last time, and the time before that. Is Madelyn really insistent on going up against me?
“Hmph!” With a cold huff, Janessa vowed to deal with Madelyn later. However, the pressing matter at hand was the company’s predicament. Thus, Janessa needed another solution.
At night, in Lockhart Villa, Madelyn returned home after a taxing day and immediately flopped onto her bed. She had been busy handling company affairs and dealing with Janessa. By the time Sebastian arrived home, Madelyn had fallen into a deep sleep. She lay sprawled out carelessly, snoring faintly.
Seeing how exhausted she was, Sebastian felt sympathy. In reality, he had been keenly aware of Madelyn’s every move. Hence, he gently touched her delicate face, his gaze tender and affectionate.
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Sebastian used cleansing pads to help Madelyn remove her makeup. Madelyn typically wore light makeup: BB cream, subtly defined eyebrows, earth-toned eyeshadow, and soft lipstick. Despite this, her naturally beautiful face was breathtaking. After Sebastian helped remove her makeup, her fair skin appeared even more radiant.
After staring at her for a few seconds, Sebastian gently kissed her lips. At that moment, Madelyn seemed to sense something, her eyebrows furrowing adorably. Sebastian smiled as he watched her. Normally, he seldom joked or laughed; only she could make him let go of his aloofness. His smile was as bright and gentle as the spring breeze, captivating in its purity.