The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback (Felicia and Max) novel Chapter 1088

The public narrative had completely shifted, zeroing in on exactly how Dannie had managed to step in as a last-minute host.

Internet sleuths quickly uncovered that she was the executive secretary to Max Hawthorne, CEO of BlueMarble Investments. Since BlueMarble and Roen Capital were known rivals, the rumors rapidly mutated into a conspiracy theory. People speculated that BlueMarble had intentionally set Jeremy up. This tactic had recently destroyed another tech billionaire, whose reputation was left in ruins after similar allegations led to police investigations and plummeted stock prices. It was a tried and true method to crush a competitor.

The speculation did not stop there. Professional forums suddenly turned their attention to Felicia. A few months prior, Max had publicly announced his romantic relationship with Evelynn, who was widely known as Roen Capital's investment director. The two had been photographed together at numerous public events, displaying an intimacy that clearly crossed professional boundaries. Connecting the dots, people began to suspect that Jeremy had interfered in Max's relationship, and that this entire scandal was simply Max's way of exacting revenge.

Of course, the forum users only dared to whisper these theories carefully, terrified of speaking too plainly. The last time people had openly gossiped about Evelynn, the entire forum was shut down for mandatory restructuring. Private group chats, however, were exploding with debate.

The prevailing theory painted Jeremy as the 'other man,' a revelation that completely shattered the public's perception of the respected professor. The sheer volume of rumors was already inflicting severe damage on Jeremy's reputation. Yet, Roen Capital and Jeremy seemed entirely unfazed. Aside from refusing all press interviews, they continued their daily operations as usual, though internal company policies strictly forbade employees from discussing the scandal.

Darin dialed Jeremy's number. Jeremy picked up almost immediately.

"Darin, what is it?"

"Are you still busy?" Darin asked.

"Just working some overtime," Jeremy replied smoothly. Judging by his calm tone, he seemed utterly unbothered by the character assassination unfolding against him online. It was as if he had brushed the entire situation off entirely.

"You really are calm about all this," Darin noted.

Max's breathing grew incredibly heavy. "Do nothing for now. Keep monitoring."

"Understood."

Shortly after, Max pulled out his phone and called Anne, knowing she was staying at Felicia's place. Anne had just finished her bath when she answered the call. "Hi, Dad."

"Where is your mom?" Max asked.

"Mom is right beside me. Why didn't you just call her directly?"