Now the whole internet is buzzing about some so‑called secret between Damien Taylor and contestant No. 8, even claiming she’s his hidden lover.
Amelia Johnson chuckled. “Come on, Damien and I are literally together.”
“But lots of people don’t know that, and some are even saying you only made it to the finals because of Second Master,” Emily Carter complained, looking more anxious than she was.
Amelia kept scrolling through the comments. Plenty were downright vicious, even dragging her parents for no reason.
But her mood stayed light. “Damien, look at this one. It’s almost hilarious.”
“And this one too.”
Damien let out a soft sigh, flicking her forehead gently, helpless and fond. “You…”
“They’re all talking nonsense anyway. My skills aren’t going to get wiped out just
