Chapter 494
“This incident has indeed affected a lot of things, but I’ve got a plan,” Pearl said.
Esther’s eyes lit up. “What is it?!”
“You’ll find out in a while.”
Indeed, by nine in the morning, the headlines were buzzing with breaking news.
[Esther and Hanzel Suspected of Sharing a Room, Mobius’s Relationship Status at Risk.]
The photos were blurry, thanks to Pearl’s actions. The reporters who had their photos deleted were the ones in front. Those at the back couldn’t capture any explicit images no matter how hard they tried.
This would be beneficial to Pearl’s next plan.
However, the comments section was rather bleak. Most comments were from Esther’s fans trying to defend her, but they were outnumbered. Many fans expressed shock and disappointment, announcing their decision to unfollow Esther.
Hanzel’s fans were also disappointed, and some even expressed their outrage. They couldn’t believe that Hanzel would be a third party.
Soon, the comments section was flooded with accusations against Esther, suggesting that she had seduced Hanzel or even drugged him. Then, the harsh comments started pouring in on her social media accounts.
Indeed, everything unfolded just as Pearl had suspected. This incident targeted Esther.
Esther exclaimed, “What the hell! How could I possibly be this wild? I’m such a pure and innocent person. Whoever is trying to frame me is f*cking irritating!”
Listening to the continuous stream of profanity pouring out of Esther’s mouth, Pearl found herself momentarily taken aback. Was this the Esther she knew? Where did the well-behaved, cute, and lively girl go?
Mobius exclaimed, “What the hell are you talking about, Esther?”
Upon hearing this, Pearl immediately understood who had taught Esther this.
Pearl drafted a post and was about to publish it when Richard, deep in thought, said, “I might have an idea.”
“Go on.”
“You’re trying to pull a bait and switch, making Mobius take Hanzel’s place.”
Pearl gave him a surprised look. “How did you know?”
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“You stared at Hanzel and Mobius for at least half an hour. If I didn’t know you had feelings for me, I’d think you’re a flirt,” Richard replied.
Pearl wasn’t pleased with Richard’s words. “Was it that obvious that I was looking at them?”
Hanzel nodded. The prolonged flashes from the cameras heightened his senses. “It was somewhat apparent,” he admitted, “I thought you might be plotting to silence me to protect
Esther’s reputation.”
Committing murder wasn’t something she would do for now…
“Alright, let me share my plan with you,” Pearl said with a smile.
“Go ahead.”
“I’m planning to make everyone believe it was actually Mobius in the room. This way, it confirms their relationship and restores Esther’s reputation. It also gives an explanation to their fans,” Pearl explained.
Mobius mused, “Doesn’t this damage my reputation, then?”
Esther didn’t mind at all. Going public with their relationship might affect her image as a
sweet and innocent girl, but she was tired of playing that role. Why should she be limited to that image? She wanted to do what she pleased!
If it weren’t for her age, she’d be married already!
