Chapter 55 You May Know a Person’s Face But Not His Mind

Book:A King Reborn in Shadows Published:2024-6-4

The scene fell silent, everyone frozen in shock.
Five years ago, Alexander became a household name with his hit TV show.
The Sharp’s Group wanted to sign Alexander as their spokesperson and spent a lot of money to make it happen. It was the talk of the town.
But soon after, the Sharp’s Group cancelled their partnership with Alexander.
There were many rumors and speculations about why this happened, but no one knew the real reason.
Today, Rose appeared and everyone was surprised. Could it be true that Alexander had slept his way to success?
The silence was deafening.
Alexander remained calm and smiled. “Miss Sharp,” he said calmly. “We had some disagreements during our partnership five years ago. I voluntarily terminated our agreement at that time. Why are you still holding onto grudges from back then? And why are you trying to smear my name today? That’s just petty.”
He turned towards his agent and gave him a signal before continuing, “Five years ago, I went to the Sharp’s Group for a signing ceremony where I met Miss Sharp’s secretary Virginia Coffey.”
“That girl came to me complaining about how Miss Sharp would often verbally abuse her over small things and even physically assaulted her on several occasions – she wanted to leave for my studio.”
“I thought it wasn’t right for me to poach someone else’s employee so I advised Miss Sharp treat Virginia better instead but she took offense at my suggestion – she even slapped Virginia in front of me.”
“I didn’t want anything more do with the Sharp’s group after seeing how she treated her employees like that – combined with other unresolved details regarding our cooperation – so I decided not sign up.”
His words caused another twist in the situation.
“So that’s how it is! I knew Alexander wasn’t that kind of person. He’s been working hard for five years and has never had a scandal. How could such a sunny boy do something so dirty?”
“Rose used to be very domineering. I’ve had several business dealings with her, and my impression was that she was not very friendly, and she didn’t treat her subordinates well.”
Rose couldn’t help but smile bitterly.
Alexander’s acting skills had improved significantly, using his means to turn black into white flawlessly. She underestimated him.
Thinking of this, she loudly said to everyone present, “All of you are Niarak’s celebrities, and many of you have worked with me before. You know what kind of person I am.”
“I ask all the family heads here to speak fairly and not let scum like Alexander continue to harm other girls!”
The wealthy family heads at the scene fell silent.
Most of them had worked with Rose before. This woman was cold and arrogant, unfeeling towards others, extremely strong-willed but had good character.
Rose’s words were somewhat credible.
“Rose, you really know how to talk!” A woman walked quickly into the hall accompanied by the agent, “I’m Virginia! Rose’s former secretary!”
“Alexander is right; Rose is a tyrant who often insults my personality or hits me!”
Rose’s eyes flashed with a touch of coldness.
She used to like Virginia very much and wanted to nurture her. She offered a salary and benefits on par with a manager’s, and even paid for her house in Niarak.
At that time, Virginia was also nice, and the two of them called each other sisters after work.
Little did she know that this woman was a snake in the grass. After the Sharp’s Group was acquired, Virginia had actually sided with those who mistreated her and helped them tarnish Rose’s reputation.
Rose was very disappointed.
Alexander had a smug look on his face.
Five years ago, he had been infatuated with Virginia. Later, when the Sharp family went bankrupt, Virginia quickly jumped into Alexander’s arms due to the lure of money.
After two years of grooming, she had become a toy for Alexander, ready to comply with him in any way, in any position.
Rose looked at Virginia and said in disappointment, “As one climbs the ladder, it’s not wrong to switch to other companies after my failure. But why do you have to work at Alexander’s company?”
“A woman should not only be independent but also have a sense of shame.”
“I helped you so much back then, and this is how you repay me? Don’t you have a conscience?”
“Conscience?” To impress Alexander, Virginia sneered, “A conscience is only a hindrance to a woman’s advancement.”
“For a tyrant like you, not only do I have no conscience, but it’s actually quite enjoyable!”
“After your face was scratched, I went to the bar and partied for three days! Do you think that wasn’t enjoyable?”
“You said you treat me like a sister? Well, today your sister is very unhappy. Come on, let me see your scars and enjoy myself again!”
Virginia pulled off Rose’s mask and ripped off the gauze on her face with force!