Madam Escaped Again Sir novel Chapter 1058

As the smart person she was, there was no way Sonia would not know that; the same went for Toby as well.

However, both of them had no intention to clarify it, let alone averting the public's attention from the news.

Given the situation, the only explanation Charles could come up with was that the couple was planning on something. Otherwise, why would they delay it for so long? It was especially so for Toby, whose loved one was the targeted victim of this scandal.

He loved Sonia and would never turn a blind eye to the malicious comments thrown at her. Yet, he was not doing anything about it; something was definitely off.

Mom must've seen through it. That's why she stopped me from clearing up the misunderstanding and had me ask Sonia herself so that I won't screw up her plan.

"Other plans..." muttered Sonia.

Charles nodded. "Yeah. Otherwise, why aren't you guys clarifying to solve the issue?"

She chuckled with mixed feelings. "There is, but it depends on Toby.

This is also a test for him."

Had she not known that the mastermind was Harry's granddaughter, she would not have dragged it until today. Rather, she would have clarified the issue. She wanted to watch Toby looking into the mastermind and see how he was going to deal with the matter. In short, it was the critical moment their relationship was hanging on.

"A test for Toby?" Charles could not follow. "Why are you testing him?"

She pinched her nose bridge. "Now’s not the time yet. You'll know soon. All you gotta remember is that I have my reasons.

He then held his tongue while staring at her in silence. A couple of moments later, he sighed. "Fine. What can I say when you already have your plan? Still, I think it's better to settle it as soon as possible. You don't deserve all the criticisms you're receiving now, but... there's something strange.”

"What? " She raised her head at him.

Charles touched his chin. "Me. It is a scandal that involves the both of us, but no one recognizes that the man is me. That's odd."

Sonia lowered her gaze. "What's odd about that? Society holds double standards for men and women. Women have to bear more than men do for the same mistake."

"I cannot agree more. Should I come forward and clear things up, then? I don't care whether they will believe it, I can at least bear the criticisms with you. I can't let you handle those alone, can I?" Charles gazed at her.

She was not sure how to respond to that. "Wow, someone volunteering as a tribute for cyberbullying; that's a first. Isn't it fortunate that no one recognizes it's you? Why must you expose yourself and call for criticisms? It won't do good to you or

Lane Corporation."

"I know, but both of us are involved in this. I can't let you take it upon yourself all alone." His brows creased.

Sonia smiled. "Charles, I understand your intention, but it's really fine. It's best for one to take the hit instead of two, right? Don't worry. I know that you're trying to protect me. I feel the same too, but I don't wanna see you in trouble. So, you don’t have to meddle in this. I can settle it on my own."

"But—" He intended to say something, yet someone pushed open the door at that moment. It was Toby, who strode into the office with his slender legs.

She was stunned for a moment to see him after which she rose from her seat unconsciously. "Why are you here?"

Meanwhile, Charles turned his head to see Toby, who made him snort. Despite his silence, he was displeased with the man.

Even so, this was the man Sonia liked; hence, Charles could not be fussy like he did before no matter how annoyed he was. He should at least save Sonia's face, right? Anyway, he could not snap at Toby, but it should be fine to not talk to the man in the very least.