Hudson hesitated at the office door, raising his hand repeatedly before letting it drop. News about Madeline was all over social media, and he was unsure whether to inform Mr. Cook. Previously, Hudson wouldn't have thought twice. But since Mr. Cook and Madeline's divorce, Mr. Cook had become unpredictable. Finally, Hudson knocked on Mr. Cook's office door. "What is it?" Mr. Cook had just ended a call and stood by the window, his expression neutral. Under his gaze, Hudson felt uneasy. "Mr. Cook, there's a lot of negative content about Ms. Jenkins online today. I was wondering—" Before he could finish, Mr. Cook's face hardened. "You're concerned about her?" Hudson felt a chill. "No, not at all." "I'm sorry, Mr. Cook. I'll leave you in peace." Mr. Cook said nothing, but his expressi

