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Another reporter pressed on, “Mr. Schmidt, remember David’s indecent act when he was arrested? The video is still circulating online. His behavior resembled a drug addict. What are your thoughts on that?”
“He has never taken drugs. His response was the result of taking illegal medication.” Then, Josh flashed a troubled expression. “David got into a serious car accident before this and nearly fell into a vegetative state. His legs would hurt every time it rains, so he has no choice but to take potent drugs as painkillers.
“We’re fortunate to engage Alyssa Taylor’s help to perform the surgery on David and save his right leg.
At least, he could lead a relatively normal life now. The Schmidt Group is extremely grateful for Ms.
Alyssa’s assistance. Without her, David would have been as good as dead.”
The revelation caused a stir among the crowds. They were amazed by Alyssa’s godlike expertise, but more importantly, they couldn’t believe that Alyssa¡ªknown as the Earth Angel and Light of Justice¡ª
had once performed a life-saving surgery for that bastard David Schmidt!
Hailing from an influential family, she certainly did not have money troubles. No one could pressure her into performing the surgery if she refused to. Therefore, the only logical conclusion was she willingly offered to help.
Was her positive image just an act? Had she been faking her Good Samaritan ways while bowing down to the rich and powerful?
“I believe the public is aware of Ms. Alyssa’s upright character. She wouldn’t have performed the surgery on David if he were an indecent chap because that would be endorsing evil. Am I right?”
Josh had dropped a highly suggestive and shocking statement. David was known as a good-for-
nothing with questionable ethics. Because of that, Josh did not bother to clear David’s name, seeking instead to vindicate him. He couldn’t care less for David’s reputation.
However, Alyssa was a different case altogether. Josh opted to announce Alyssa’s surgery on David at this critical time to establish her alliance with the Schmidts.
He wanted the world to believe that Alyssa would ultimately side with the Schmidt family despite her virtuous character.
“I hereby offer a sincere apology on behalf of David and the Schmidt Group for taking up everyone’s time,” Josh concluded. “We will exercise greater caution in the future and humbly heed the public’s feedback and criticism.”
With that, the news stream ended. Alyssa’s face mirrored the coldness of a winter’s night.
Similarly enraged, Xavier cussed in a quivering voice, “Damn it! That bastard Josh Schmidt is dragging
Madam Alyssa down with them!”
Surprisingly, Alyssa did not seem fazed even though Josh had tarnished her reputation. While she was angry at Josh’s speech, she had since calmed down.
Only Jeremy seemed agitated by the move Josh had pulled. She sensed him tensing up, and his skin was cold to the touch. The veins on his hand bulged threateningly.
Jeremy and Alyssa resembled each other in this aspect. Unbothered by their own problems, they were more concerned with the well-being of others.
She noticed the gloom in his eyes. A storm seemed to be brewing. His puffed chest pressed against her back.
His silence spoke volumes of his anger.
“Jeremy, calm down. There’s no need to let this anger consume you.” She squeezed his hand with a reassuring smile, coaxing him gently. “Josh Schmidt is like a wild beast. He wanted to bite me, but all he could do was snarl at me through the TV screen. It doesn’t bother me, so don’t let it bother you.”
“How can I not be bothered?” His breath grew uneven. His fist tensed up and trembled in her grip.
He vowed, “I will not let this slide. I will make Josh pay and endure twice the suffering of David.”
“I share the same thought, but we must not lose our composure because of his words.” She worriedly pressed her fingers against his throbbing temples and massaged them. “You have a serious headache problem. You know it’ll worsen with emotional turmoil. Please care for your health, even if it’s for my sake.
Despite her comforting words, he failed to keep his calm after Alyssa fell victim to Josh. His deep love for Alyssa led him to lose his cool and rationality.
“Madam Alyssa, the netizens are launching online attacks against you. I suspect that 80 percent of them are bots hired by Josh.” Xavier browsed through a barrage of insults, nearly cracking his phone’s screen out of anger.
Jeremy immediately instructed, “Get the PR department to monitor the comments!”
“Whatever. We can’t control what others say, so let them be. Josh Schmidt might think he’s dealing a blow to me, but he has underestimated me.” Alyssa declared, lifting her chin proudly and smiling. “We don’t have to do anything at all.”
“Lyse.” Jeremy’s breathing grew heavy. He held her hand tighter.
“Fame always comes with trouble. The netizen’s attack only proves my popularity.” Waving her hand,
Alyssa added, “Remember, explaining yourself is dumb behavior. You’re not going to rip your heart out to prove a point when accused of having an ugly heart, are you? Let’s ignore that troublemaker, Josh
Schmidt. He’s going to shoot himself in the foot one day.”
Then, she put on a serious face and said, “I’m more concerned about the girls who suddenly changed their minds. I suspect the Schmidts have pressured them into it.”
“They come from ordinary families. There’s no way they could fight against the Schmidts.” Lowering his gaze, Jeremy analyzed, “As for the two minors, they not only suffer from the Schmidts’ threats. If the scandal is publicized, they might risk media and public scrutiny.
“They are victims, but society will gossip about them. There might be awful commenters who brand them as loose women and a ‘willing victim.'”
“A willing victim?” The term dropped like a bomb on Alyssa. She felt a jolt of shock across her body.
Jeremy’s level-headed and cruel assessment dealt a huge blow to her. She could already imagine the horrible remarks.
“It takes two to tango.”
“Things don’t happen for no reason.”
“It’s their fault for wearing miniskirts.”
“Why did it happen to them and not someone else?”
The victims would be forced to endure slander after all they had gone through, pushing them deeper into the pain of being labeled as “willing victims”.
“They have a long life ahead of them. Their parents might care more about public perception than seeking justice. I do not agree with their decision, but I empathize with them.”
Jeremy pulled Alyssa into a hug when he noticed color draining from her face. Her shoulders trembled incessantly. He rested his chin against her neck and tightened his grip as if he wanted to be one with her.
“Jeremy, I’m fine. I just feel sorry for those girls.” Choking on tears, Alyssa muttered in a feeble tone.
“You’re overly kind, Lyse.” He patted her on the back. “But I would love you to stay true to yourself¡ª
bright, passionate, and kind.”
He would willingly take on any challenge for her as long as he could keep her happy and carefree.
Feeling cheered up, she gathered herself and said, “Jeremy, can you make the arrangements for me?
I’d like to meet the girls one-on-one.”
“Are you planning to convince them to testify?” Jeremy’s brow twitched in surprise.
“They changed their mind not because they didn’t care for justice. They feared retaliation from the
Schmidts.” She smiled brightly and explained, “I will make it clear that I’m here to defend them against the Schmidts.”
After David’s release from the detention center, he was ferried back to the Schmidt Residence in all the pomp. On his way home, he indulged in red wine in the luxury car, scrolling through mean comments about Alyssa Taylor and laughing out loud like a repressed maniac who was back in action.
The netizens commented. “Alyssa Taylor performing surgery on David Schmidt? Why did she save that scoundrel? Are they secretly dating or what?”
“I was right. The tycoons are all in it together. They benefit from each other, and Ms. Alyssa is no different, even if she acts all righteous. Us peasants are the ones who ultimately suffer.”
“Alyssa Taylor, I’m so disappointed in you. You’ve lost a fan! I am disgusted!”
“Hahaha! Josh, look at these comments. They’re fucking explosive!” Crossing and swinging his leg,
David remarked, “One of them even suggested that I was dating Alyssa Taylor! Hahaha! I bet Jeremy
Walsh would die of envy when he read it! Say, will he come at me tonight?
“Well, it’d be fucking awesome to date Alyssa Taylor. See her body? It must feel great fucking that ass!”
Josh, disturbed by David’s vulgar speech, cut him off sternly, “Feel great? Can you even enjoy sex now?”
“Why do you always hit me where it hurts?” David looked aggrieved.
“Alyssa is not an easy target. Do you even have the guts to mess with her? She might send you to hell.”
“Tsk, can’t I even dream about fucking her?” David licked his lips in a lewd fashion.
Josh shook his head in disdain. He wouldn’t have even spoken to David if they weren’t siblings.