Chapter 29: Dare To Make This Bet?

The contents of the box sprawled out onto the floor.

A grotesque mixture of red and white–blood muddled with flesh–lay in a gruesome puddle. The pungent stench it emitted was revolting.

The servant, equally startled, reassured Imogen, “Madam, don’t worry. I’ll take care of this

mess.”

“No, don’t touch it. Contact the police immediately,” Imogen said, covering her nose as she carefully moved away from the spot.

“Of course. Should I also inform your husband?”

After a brief hesitation, Imogen replied, “He’s away on business. There’s no need to disturb him right now.”

“Understood.”

The servant promptly notified the police. Responding swiftly, they arrived to gather evidence and took statements from both Imogen and the servant, assuring them they’d get to the bottom of the

issue.

Once the officers departed, the servant thoroughly cleaned the affected area, disinfectants and air fresheners to mitigate the horrid odor.

spraying

Their investigations progressed rapidly. Surveillance footage helped identify the courier, leading them to the package’s origin and its sender.

Based on the available data, the sender was identified as a college student, still a minor.

Upon his arrest, he initially denied any involvement. However, his youthful naivety was no match for the seasoned investigators, and he soon confessed.

His motive was surprisingly simple: he was an ardent fan of Sarah and believed she was being unfairly treated by Imogen.

Imogen enlisted a trusted attorney from the Marshall Group’s Legal Department to oversee the

matter.

After returning from the police station, the servant shared a sigh with Imogen. “The youth nowadays don’t understand the meaning of fandom.”

“Did he mention how he knew my

grandfather works as

consider relocating him. It could pose a potential threat.”

I’ll speak to the property management about it.”

public relations situation. She was taken aback

app. The sight of over 999 unread messages

of director is she? Haphazard creations. She should really pay attention to the

worked together and still no response from you?

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To

to consider another job and

comment pleaded: [If we’ve done something wrong, let the law decide our fate, not this portrayal of Sarah. Spare the fans and

read: [I am blind.]

Imogen’s head

she noticed that most comments

any official verification. Yet, it

buried underneath. The top comment garnered

attention.

influx of comments showed no signs of slowing

for the makeup debacle. The narrative painted her as the one who had recklessly changed

into Instagram and soon traced

group.

screenshots

labeled as “group manager” was

official page. Such actions could adversely affect Sarah. We’re all disappointed about the situation. Initially, Sarah’s makeup was just right. However, Director Forbes

close to Mr.

responded with a hushing emoji: [I

fan group revealed a fan who had dug up details about Imogen: [It’s clear now why Sarah couldn’t stand up to Director Forbes. Turns out, she’s the adopted daughter of the Vice Chairman and holds a significant position within the Marshall Family. And

all makes sense now.]

[I’ve heard she’s quite self–assured.]

at the makeup disaster she created,

D questioned: [Does anyone have her Instagram handle?]

responded: [I’ve found

only featured on Sarah’s trending topic, accumulated over a thousand comments. The chatter from this sizable audience seemed to gravitate towards Imogen’s Instagram,

be more civil compared to private messages, where one might encounter abusive content.

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