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The manager nodded. “Alright, I’ll take care of it.”
In less than an hour, the internet was ablaze with trending hashtags about Miranda’s stint in jail. The public’s initial shock quickly turned to anger.
#MirandaJailTime#
#MirandaFallsFromGrace#
#MirandaFraud#
#WhyMirandaWent ToJail#
#Miranda’sFalse PersonaShattered, The TrueDevil#
A slew of related trending topics took over the charts.
“What’s happening? Is this a scandal farm? I haven’t even recovered from the Zade family drama, and now there’s another wave?”
“Seriously? Who’s leaking this stuff? Is it even true? Remember, spreading rumors can get you in serious trouble. Let’s not forget Mr. Grey is on Miranda’s side.”
“Miranda, you deceiver! How could you betray my trust? How dare someone with a criminal record expect my admiration?”
“I defended you all along, and now it turns out you’re just like Arabella. It’s a dog–eat–dog world after all.”
“I always said Miranda’s image was just a facade, and now it’s clear I was right.”
“Since when did having a criminal record become a sign of authenticity?”
“Can we please blacklist Miranda? We can’t have someone like her being a role model for the youth. She’s not qualified.”
“So Celeste was right about Miranda all along. She’s the real watchdog of the entertainment industry. Celeste deserves all the praise.”
“Oh my God, I didn’t see this coming. Miranda was in jail, that’s terrifying. Did she kill someone?”
“What’s wrong with having been in jail? Can’t someone change for the better? Does making a mistake mean you’re forever condemned?”
“Has Miranda done anything wrong since then? Why dig up the past?”
“That’s funny. So mistakes from the past don’t count anymore? Then why does Arabella’s past bullying still matter?”
“What does the Lancaster Group have to say? Did they unknowingly adopt a daughter who was in jail? Is President Lancaster about to have a meltdown?”
“Right, the Lancaster Group must be in the dark about this.”
“The ship I once supported has now turned toxic.”
The online discussions continued to intensify, with many irrational fans and netizens flocking to Miranda’s account to hurl insults.
While everyone was caught up in the frenzy, the Ashcroft Group’s company account and Sebastian’s personal account both posted updates.
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The Ashcroft Group’s account published, “Love her, jail time and all.”
Sebastian wrote, “Nothing to question here.”
It was obvious that Elian was behind the Ashcroft Group’s post. Sebastian’s was a bit more measured. Between the two, it wasn’t hard to tell who was wearing their heart on their sleeve.
Their statements sent the shipper community into a tailspin of conflicting emotions.
“This is the most painful ship I’ve ever supported. Finding sweetness in the muck.”
“Can I just say this muck is surprisingly sweet?”
“This is too much. Never shipping again. My first time, and it’s so scandalous.”
Meanwhile, when Marion called Miranda, the latter was in the lab with Crystal, working on cultivating a new type of herbal plant.
“I adjusted the soil’s pH according to your method and added that mineral you mentioned. The seedlings look completely different now, but I’m not sure about their medicinal properties,” Crystal said excitedly.
The type of plant they were working on was available in the market, but their improved version was entirely unique, with different properties. Therefore, the herbs Miranda had been cultivating were actually rare kinds in the current market.
“I need take this,” Miranda said as she stepped aside, grabbing the phone. “What’s up?”
Marion sounded furious. “Damn. Some wretch leaked you were once a prisoner, and the internet is all over it. Don’t go online for a couple of days; the comments are nasty. We’ll handle the PR.”
Though Marion was usually the composed Mr. Smith to the outside world, with Miranda, she was candid.
“Who leaked it?” Miranda asked.
Marion replied, “I suspect Celeste because she was the first to share it. Oh, and she tagged President Lancaster. The Lancaster Group hasn’t reacted yet, which is odd. Everyone’s waiting for their response.”
“I see,” Miranda said.
“Alright, just avoid the spotlight for now. We’ll manage the PR,” Marion assured.
Miranda inquired, “Are the acquisitions finalized?”
Marion answered, “Yes, everything’s been transferred to your name.”
Miranda uttered, “Good. No need for PR. This drama will blow over in half a day.”
“Half a day?” Marion repeated.
Miranda’s lips curled. “Yep, half a day.”
Marion responded, “Alright.”
Miranda chuckled. “But as a company, you might want to prepare a lengthy statement.”
Marion uttered, “Huh?”
Crystal turned around just as Miranda was finishing the call before making a few more remarks, and then made a couple more.
“What’s going on?” Crystal asked, curious.
Once done, Miranda walked over as she replied casually, “Nothing much, just some people who’ve done something bad are about to get their comeuppance.”
Crystal seemed to understand.
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“It’s rare to see someone like you, with such a strong sense of revenge yet so unconcerned.”
Anyone else would be ecstatic or at least visibly emotional after avenging themselves. But Miranda was as calm as if she were having lunch. There was no trace of excitement.
