Nathan’s words instantly triggered an alert among the brothers on the other end of the phone.


    As Dominic read the tweet, an uneasy expression settled on his face. “Jason, does your legal team


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    steps to take?” he inquired.


    With a stern demeanor, Jason replied. “I’m aware. It’s crucial that we apprehend the anonymous poster


    and


    put them behind bars. I won’t tolerate such behavior.”


    Without dy, the five brothers embarked on an investigation, determined to unravel the truth behind


    the


    malicious rumor.


    Following the call with Nathan, Mia found herself restless, grappling with a pounding headache that


    robbed


    her of a tranquil night’s rest.


    In the morning, she freshened up and headed to work, considering it was a weekend with no scheduled


    sses.


    As Mia stepped into the office, she noticed a significant number of people present.


    However, upon entering the studio, an unusual silence enveloped the space, creating a somewhat


    awkward


    atmosphere.


    Mia was aware of the reason behind this unsettling ambiance.


    Wilhelmina sneered, “Well, well, well, look who decided to show up. Are you oblivious to the


    widespread


    rumors surrounding you?


    “Many studios are reaching out, questioning whether our studio’s sess is merely a result of female


    designers trading favors.


    “How do you suggest the women in our studio maintain their dignity amid such spection?”


    Regaining herposure, Mia responded, “Just like yesterday, these allegations are nothing but


    baseless


    rumors. I’ll be reporting it to the police.”


    Upon the mention of “reporting to the police“, a tinge of guilt crossed Wilhelmina’s expression. After all


    she


    was the one who had drugged Keegan.


    Yet now, she was deflecting all the me onto Mia.


    If Mia decided to make a report, would Wilhelmina’s actions eventuallye to light?


    Nheless, with Shelly in mind, Wilhelmina felt a surge of confidence–perhaps there wouldn’t be any


    complications, would there?


    Without hesitation, Wilhelmina fired back. “Who can say for certain? What if it’s just a case of crying


    wolf?


    Your presence in the studio is undeniably affecting us.


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    “So, what’s your suggestion for dealing with this situation?”


    The rest of the female designers mirrored equally solemn expressions. Indeed, rumors like these were


    precisely what women feared the most.


    Stepping out of his office, Felix wore a displeased expression. “Mia, I didn’t anticipate this situation


    escting to such an extent. It’s having a significantly adverse impact on the studio.”


    Mia gave him an apologetic nce and reassured him. “I understand. I’ll take care of it.”


    Suddenly, her phone rang, and for a fleeting moment, she assumed it was Nathan calling.


    However, upon checking the caller ID, it turned out to be a call from Timothy.


    This unexpected twist caught Mia off guard. She nced up at Felix and said, “Sorry, I need to take


    this call.”


    Entering the pantry area, she answered, “Hello?”


    *Is making headlines your new hobby, Mia?” Timothy quipped sarcastically.


    Seated in his office chair, Timothy scrutinized the trending topic on hisputer screen with narrowed


    eyes, a


    hint of coldness in his gaze.


    The headline revolved around Oakside Vi, the same ce Mia had contacted him a few days ago


    without


    offering a clear exnation.


    Indeed, it appeared that the urrences at the vi that day went beyond a simple game of truth or


    dare.


    There was a momentary silence on the other end of the phone as Mia muttered, “Do you think I wanted


    to do


    this?”


    “So, you’re backing down now? Weren’t you the one full of courage back then? Truth or dare? Let’s


    keep the


    story going!” Timothy shot back.


    Despite his persistent efforts to uncover the truth, he came up short.


    However, the trending topic now made one thing evident–Mia’s call that day was a cry for help!


    It seemed that she had a tendency to be ambiguous with her words.


    With a smirk, Mia retorted, “So, now you know. If your intention was to mock me with that call, consider


    your mission aplished.”


    With that decisive deration, she abruptly ended the call.


    Timothy was furious. ncing at his phone and then at Heath beside him, he eximed, “Is she really


    that heartless? I shouldn’t have reached out to her!”