Too Late to Hold Me Back novel Chapter 69

However, nearly a third of netizens remained convinced that the Mercer family was unfair to Mira. The events from a while ago had been a hot topic online for a long time, and they had definitely happened.

As for whether Mira had reconciled with her family, some said that blood is thicker than water, and that family ties are impossible to break. Others were not so sure, arguing that if parents and brothers could indulge one daughter while she framed another without any punishment, any family affection would eventually be exhausted.

Then, Celine and Liora released information detailing the unfair treatment Mira had received from the Mercer family. The Mercers had poured massive resources into training Mara, determined to make her the winner, while doing the exact opposite for their other daughter, Mira, actively trying to suppress and hinder her.

The percentage of netizens criticizing the Mercer family and Damon jumped back up to half.

Natalie then dropped another bombshell: Mara hadn't even made it to the final round initially. She only got in because the Mercer family had become a sponsor of the event. This revelation silenced even those who had been defending Mara.

“So she just bought her way in. I actually thought she had some skill.”

“This one used up so many resources and didn’t even make the finals, while the other one used none and won first place. It’s obvious who has real talent.”

“The Mercer family must be blind. How did they even get this far in business?”

“It’s not that the Mercers aren’t smart. They’re just too biased.”

“This Mara is a pretty good con artist. Better stay away from her.”

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Netizens comparing the two of them was exactly what the Mercers had dreaded most. It was the very reason they had tried so hard to stop Mira from competing in the first place. With this, the proportion of netizens siding against the Mercer family grew by another ten percent.

“Kieran, don’t be so formal. We’re just getting started.”

“You deserve the respect. Titles matter. With your composure at such a young age, it’s clear you’re destined for great things.”

She smiled. “I’ll take that as a good omen, Kieran.”

After that, Mira left the online drama to her team.

Mira and Kieran picked out a car and left, leaving Kieran to handle the remaining paperwork. Mira knew the Mercer family would not be happy to see her right now, but the less they wanted to see her, the more she had to appear before them.

When Mira walked in the door, the whole family was gathered around the dining table, enjoying a cheerful dinner. The fact that they were in such a leisurely mood meant that most of the negative online comments had probably been suppressed. They were also likely putting on a united front to comfort Mara.