The Years Between Signing and Seeing novel Chapter 644

She glanced around the room. From the blank looks on everyone else's faces, they were just as clueless.

Mia stammered, "I saw a memo from Baylor Group yesterday about a major press conference today, but they kept the topic strictly confidential. Whenever they do that, it's usually massive news, so the media was going crazy..."

"Mia," Suzie interrupted gently. "What does this have to do with the rumors?"

Mia didn't know what to say. Aaron Stillman had secretly texted her, telling her to gather everyone in front of a TV at this exact time. If she told Suzie the truth, Suzie probably would have refused to watch.

Hayden put a reassuring hand on his sister's shoulder. "Let's just watch. Come on, sit down."

Suzie sank onto the sofa, a knot of unease tightening in her stomach. She had a sinking suspicion that the two of them knew something she didn't.

On the screen, the camera panned across a cavernous, packed auditorium. Flashing press passes and microphone flags showed every major news outlet in the country was in attendance.

The low roar of the crowd hushed as the camera locked onto the stage. Jamie Baylor strode out, looking devastatingly sharp in a tailored suit, projecting an aura of absolute authority. A small entourage of executives followed him.

Jamie took his seat at the center of the long table. He tapped the wood once. The executive to his right gave a sharp nod, opened a leather binder, and leaned into his microphone.

"Regarding the viral allegations titled 'Single Mom Exploits Three Adorable Kids for Profit in a Sickening Display,' Baylor Group has formally initiated legal proceedings against the individuals responsible for manufacturing and distributing these defamatory claims. Litigation is actively underway, and the identities of the perpetrators will be disclosed shortly."

As he spoke, the live stream's banner updated: Official Press Conference Addressing Cyber Defamation.

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