Chapter 53

As soon as the words were out, everyone in the room pulled out their phones. Me included. I stared at the breaking news notification popping up on the screen, and something told me someone behind the scenes helped push the video I posted to the trending list on Twitter. Otherwise, it wouldn't have blown up that quickly—I only uploaded it to a random forum. Lena looked like she’d been struck by lightning. Clearly, getting caught on camera talking with Vincent had never crossed her mind. I sneered inwardly. If she hadn’t tried so hard to frame me, even going as far as poisoning Evan, I never would’ve gone this far. Howard smashed his cane against the floor after watching the video, his voice shaking with anger as he yelled at Henry, “You’re still protecting such a vicious woman? Then I guess I don’t have a grandson anymore! Your cousin alone is enough for the Smith Group.” That line sent shockwaves through the whole room. “Dad!” Mr. and Mrs. Smith exclaimed in unison. “Grandpa, I don’t t