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The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer! Chapter 281
I opened one of the links. It showed Sally kneeling before me at the courthouse entrance.So that was why the Kennedys' relatives had been there that day. They had been looking for the perfect scene to save on their phones—it would make things easier for the rumor mills.This really made me wonder if the entire family was made up of morons. I had evidence of Edith's crimes! I had never once thought of turning it into a social media story—I just wanted to take it to the authorities!The Kennedys' reputations were already in the gutter, and Edith had suffered the worst of it.The crime she committed, the sexual violence she endured after it, and the internet's tendency to tear into female victims… This was nothing short of mutually assured destruction—especially for an upper-class family like them.What was the point of this?!Jean called right on time, equally confused."Has Edward gone nuts? Is he in his 'If I can't have her, nobody can!' insane villain phase?!" she speculated.
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"Alright," I relented. "See you tonight."After the call ended, I focused on the crisis at hand.I began drafting my response and simultaneously contacted the lawyer handling Edith's case to get a referral for an attorney specializing in internet defamation.I instructed Cherry to have our PR department gather data on the slander, compile it, and send it to Matt Cohen, my newly hired civil case lawyer.-It was noon by the time I finished.I published my lengthy response and tipped off a few media outlets about it.I decided to make a quick lunch, but before I could finish eating, my phone rang off the hook.My friends were helping spread my response across social media. They even hired bots to help combat the trolls.I sincerely thanked each of them. It was times like these that reminded me of how well I'd lived my life. My family and ex were terrible people, but I had many friends who genuinely cared and helped me without hesitation.I couldn't choose my family—and I'd some
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Slanders thrived on ambiguity and speculation. But me? I had pure frickin' evidence.That was why Edward complained about my fixation on details. He was panicking. He knew he wasn't winning this.As if these so-called "details" weren't the fact that I'd saved his fucking life over the years.The comment section had exploded under my response. A few people whined about how "scary" it was for a woman to hyper-fixate on every little thing, but most were on my side. They even correctly identified Edward as an ungrateful bastard.My phone beeped.Soren texted that he'd be here in an hour.I looked up, realizing the sky had started to darken. I washed up and put on my best fit.After this sudden narrative war on the Internet, I no longer cared how being seen with Soren would reflect on me. Tomorrow marked the first day of the new year. It was supposed to be a joyous occasion—the start of something new.I wasn't about to let the Kennedys or some internet trolls ruin my life. They want
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Soren entered the car from the other side, studied me for a moment, and nodded. "Of course, Miss Jones. It seems I've underestimated you."I flashed a grin. Was he teasing me?If we had to be together…Our social standings were bound to clash. But I had to match him in competence and charisma, right? What else could I offer to capture his attention?The truth, though, was that no matter how hard I tried, I didn't think I could measure up to him in either of those areas. The best I could do was minimize the gap between us, so I wouldn't become a burden.The streets teemed with activity. Fireworks lit the sky. The car crawled toward the riverside, slowed to a near stop by the heavy traffic.Less than a mile and a half from my place, yet half an hour later, we hadn't made any real progress.Soleil called twice, urging us to hurry.The crowd around us made me shiver."Is the event outdoors?" I asked."No. Up there," Soren said, pointing.It was the Metropolis State Building, the
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"What?"I stared at him in shock. "Your company is behind these drones?""Yeah. Well, they aren't the best we've got. The best were already rented by an oil baron from abroad at a high price. So this is the best we have for the night," he replied placidly, as if there was nothing impressive about any of it.I was beyond stunned. No wonder he was this wealthy.We reached the restaurant at the topmost platform. It was the perfect blend of class and merriment, its diners draped in luxury and smiles.Soleil practically leaped at me. "Finally, you're here! God, I wanted to see you for days, but Ren wouldn't let me! He said I'd only disturb your rest! How are your knees?"I lifted one slightly, smiling. "Getting better. As long as I don't hop around.""Good evening, Miss Jones," Richard greeted from the side, a glass of champagne in hand.He glanced at Soren and teased, "I thought you were gonna skip out this time. Who knows? You might have wanted to spend the night with just one."
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I stared at Soren, stunned. Was this what the power and influence of someone at the top truly looked like?"Besides, you're beautiful, talented, and skilled. You even own a business you started yourself, without anyone's help. You are not inferior to these people born into their wealth and status, Taylor," he finished.His words continued to shock me.God, where could anyone find someone so self-aware and virtuous? Every word he spoke lifted my spirits like a spring breeze.I swore my walls were crumbling like pastry in his presence again.While I was still lost in my thoughts, Soren began introducing me to his friends.Coincidentally, one of them had a girlfriend who was the editor-in-chief of a renowned international fashion magazine. She shook my hand enthusiastically and asked if I'd agree to an exclusive interview.Well, I'd be heading to Medhelanon for this year's fashion show soon. An interview with such a prestigious magazine could be a major boost to my fame and brand!
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I could tell they were reapplying their makeup because their lipstick and foundation pad were both open.My gaze shifted to a white, limited edition handbag. Or was it?"That bag's a fake, isn't it?" I asked, raising my chin at it.The young woman's face changed from panic to a scowl. "Don't you dare insinuate that! I'd never use anything but an authentic item! Maybe you should stop projecting what you don't have onto someone who does!"I snickered."I recognize that bag. It's supposed to be the one created by Berardi from Etalier, right? The handmade one, produced in only two versions—black and white." I paused. "The thing is, I personally know the owners of both bags."The other women paled."Yulia, didn't you get that bag after begging someone from the luxury fashion industry for help?" one of them asked."Girl, you showed it off on Instagram! People were so jealous of you!" another added.If word got out that her bag was a fake, her circle wouldn't let her live it down."
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I grinned at Kevin. "You want an apology from me, right? Well, before that, how about we listen to what your partner had to say?"I played the recording of the conversation I'd overheard outside the cubicle.As expected, everyone within earshot went pale.Yulia panicked. "They were right about you! What kind of snake records everything at the drop of a hat like some snitch?! Mr. Kenway, you have to stay away from her, she's—"Before she could finish, Kevin slapped her across the cheek. Everyone jumped.I was surprised to realize I didn't need to say all the lines I had planned. It felt like things were already settled."I'm so sorry on behalf of my plus-one, Soren," Kevin said, turning to him immediately. "She offended both you and Miss Jones."He turned to Yulia, grumbling, "Don't want to get canceled by the industry? Then apologize to Miss Jones right now."I frowned. For some reason, seeing Yulia backed into a corner made me feel a little guilty. We were all here to celebrat
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"So what? It's always couples' intimacy hour everywhere," Soren replied with a grin, leaning in for a kiss.I turned away. "You reek of alcohol!"He sniffed himself, clearly thinking he smelled bad, too. I expected him to ignore it and keep going, but instead, he pulled me upright. "Let's go. To the showers!"I guessed he was worried that our first time after two years would be ruined by bad breath and stench.He tried to lift me into his arms, but I was concerned he might be too tipsy. We had a playful struggle before he finally scooped me up in a bridal carry."I told you. I'm not drunk!" he insisted.I realized there was no escaping him today, so I reminded him, "Our son is still at the hospital, Soren. With Aunt Sarah.""Mm-hmm. Once his mommy and daddy love each other very much, he'll see us.""Soren! Be serious!""Loving my wife is the most serious thing there is."-Two months later, my grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep. Soren and I had only just woken u
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I got up and shot Soren a glance. "You guys must have been worried about him over these two years. Thank you for taking care of him.""Why, you're welcome," Richard replied with exaggerated pomp. "He didn't torment us, actually. He took it out on his subordinates. He worked like a machine, and everyone under him had to do the same. You should really thank his employees the most!"A pang shot through me as I looked at Soren. I'd heard about this from Jean, but hearing it again from his close friends only deepened that painful regret.I thought I'd been kind, but it was likely the cruelest thing I'd ever done to him. And yet, he held no blame against me and still loved me.It moved me. I filled both our glasses to the brim.Soren looked baffled. "What are you doing? They didn't specifically want to make you drink—""A toast to our relationship, my love," I said, passing him his glass.Soren froze, clearly not expecting this from me.The crowd, though, had already erupted into che
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Being with Soren felt like a walk in the sunniest, coolest spring. He told me he loved me, and that made me his equal.Know what? It made me feel confident all of a sudden.We locked eyes for a long time before I pulled away."I… I'm basically unemployed right now," I muttered.I was about to launch a new business, but my grandmother's illness and my son's age forced me to set everything aside again."It wasn't easy raising a child alone, Tay, so don't put so much pressure on yourself. Besides, with your skills, it's only a matter of time before your career takes off again."I beamed. "You really think so? That's a lot of confidence, dude.""Of course I do." He held my hands. "Starting a business takes time and energy, so how about you move in with me? I'll raise our son while you focus on what you want to do."I laughed. "Oh God, was that the whole point of this talk from the start?"Soren laughed as well, his handsome face relaxing. "Well, now that we're getting married, whe
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Soren smiled. "No need to doubt. That was one of my ulterior motives."So he wanted me to agree to our marriage because he wanted sex?!I stared at him, unmoving."Come on, I'm sending you both up," he said, his driver's presence making things awkward.Soren took the baby from my arms and strode inside.In the elevator, he stared at me without blinking.I grew self-conscious. "What?""Nothing. I just wanted to look at you, not missing a single detail," Soren replied matter-of-factly. "I hadn't dared do that before we started talking again because I was afraid you might be upset."I felt even more embarrassed.He set Silas in the cot, then turned to me and walked away.It was too late. He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me into his chest. I saw his face loom over mine and cried out, "Don't do this, Soren! This is Amanda's place!"His reason and restraint were still functioning, turning his kiss into a brief peck."When will you move to my villa?" he breathed."N
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I knew what had happened to me. I knew what two years had done to my face. A woman aged much faster when she had a child, after all.Celebrities looked the way they did because they didn't bear the weight of child-rearing. They had the money to pamper their faces and dedicate themselves to rigorous exercise routines.I had raised my son on my own. I had help when I needed it most, but most of the time, it was just me."So, you don't think I've grown older and uglier?" I muttered.Soren laughed."Oh, I do!" he teased. "But you're the mother of my son.""What does that mean?! And you said you weren't pitying me!"He laughed again—this time, affectionately. "I was joking. I don't think you're any less than who you were back then. I actually wish you'd grow older, too. That way, only I remain by your side."I couldn't come up with a response to something so ridiculous."Do you need me to throw a grand, elaborate proposal to finally convince you I'm serious about wanting to spend t
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"It's the way he looks at you. His eyes look suspicious!"Suspicious, my ass. Jamie was so far away from him by now that there was no way Soren could see anything in Jamie's "eyes."I sneered. "Don't be daft. He's got a girlfriend now." "Oh, really?""Yes, really. Can we go now?"My old colleagues had been staring at us, and I really didn't want to become the subject of their gossip. I just wanted to leave.Soren finally told the driver to go.Silas had probably exhausted himself from crying. It didn't take long for him to fall asleep in my arms.Soren stretched his arms out. "Let me.""I'm fine. It's okay for him to sleep like this. My arms are fine," I replied.I didn't want to give him an excuse to enter Amanda's residence with me again. I was only here temporarily, and I certainly didn't want things to get... steamy and intimate at her place. Besides, I didn't want to be steamy with him, period.Soren withdrew his arms sheepishly and snickered to himself.Annoyed, and
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"Hello?""When are you coming back?" Soren asked in a low voice.I stood and left the lively private room. "I'm having lunch with some old colleagues. What's up?""Wow. So while I was trying to handle our son, you went out to have fun," he whined.Please. He wanted Silas with him—he was just being dramatic.The wine gave me enough courage to respond, "Weren't you the one complaining about missing out on your son's childhood? I'm just being considerate.""Fine. Where are you? I'll bring Silas to you. He wants his mom now—no one here can calm him down," he replied.Just as I had expected.I figured lunch was nearing its end anyway, so I gave him the address. "Call me when you arrive. I'll meet you at the entrance.""Got it."I returned to the room and quietly told Amanda, "I have to leave soon. You guys go ahead."She checked her phone. "Nah, we should all start packing up. We still have to work this afternoon!""Oh, right."I paid for our meal while the others chatted.Whe
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The company had seen some new hires, but many were familiar faces.Case in point: Cherry Birkin. Now Amanda's assistant and principal secretary, she was ecstatic to see me."Tay-Tay! You're back!" she cried, rushing over to grab my arms. "It really is you! I'm so glad you came to see us. After disappearing for two years, I honestly thought you'd never come back!"Amanda, who had been the one to welcome me, stood beside me, smiling. "See? Your old colleagues have been complaining about you being heartless.""Aww, I'm sorry for being gone so long! How about this? Lunch is on me! Cherry, gather the old crew and invite them over!""You got it!" she replied eagerly.I stepped into Amanda's office—the same one where I used to work.A lot had changed in the interior, but everything felt warm and welcoming. The company was thriving under her and Jamie's leadership.There was a knock at the door. I turned to see the man himself."So, you really are back, Taylor," he said with a grin. "
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I was irritated. If I were being generous, I'd say Soren was being proactive. If I were being honest, though, I'd call it disrespectful—he was undermining my agency!"I haven't even agreed to this yet!" I snapped, straightening my back and glaring at him as the seniors watched. "Who gave you the right to make decisions for me?!"Soren barely reacted. "You overthink everything. You hesitate more than you need to, so I thought... why not just ask your grandmother and aunt?"Turning to Sarah, he added, "What do you think, Aunt Sarah? Do you approve of us being together?"Sarah blinked, stunned, then shot a quick glance at my grandmother. My grandmother raised her hand, as though she had something to say. I leaned in immediately. "I'm listening, Grandma..."She took a deep breath, grasped my hand, and said, her voice raspy, "I can tell… Ren really loves you… You have a child now… It's good for you two to just get married."She paused, then added, "That way, I… can finally let go...
