The bright morning had transformed into a tempest for Jonathan and Blair. Every television station and digital news portal blazed with sensational headlines:
"Annabelle Spencer, Hidden Heiress, Caught Red-Handed in Romantic-Business Alliance with Evans Group!”
“Conflict of Interest or Brilliant Strategy? Evans–Spencer Collaboration Under Fire!”
Jonathan sat in silence in his office, staring at the large screen filled with charts, news quotes, and social media posts. Ana stood beside him, her hair pulled back in a neat bun, though exhaustion was clearly etched in her eyes.
“This isn’t just about the project anymore,” she said quietly, handing him a media summary sheet. “Ever since Blair’s identity—Annabelle’s identity—was revealed, everything has changed drastically. Investors are start
